Oued Nou Namoussa

Oued Nou Namoussa is a sheltered lagoon environment formed where a river system meets the Mediterranean coast in northern Algeria. The spot features a shallow, enclosed water body with sandy beaches and sparse vegetation on surrounding land. The lagoon is protected from open ocean swell, resulting in minimal wave activity (0.75m average). The river mouth creates variable current patterns and water conditions that shift with freshwater discharge cycles. Wind reliability is exceptionally low at 1.8%, suggesting this location is heavily influenced by local geographic features that obstruct and redirect prevailing winds. The shallow lagoon environment with gradual depth progression makes this theoretically suitable for beginners, though the extremely unreliable wind and minimal swell make it marginal for kitesurfing overall. Best conditions would occur with northwest winds parallel to the shoreline. The presence of residential development and river infrastructure indicates this area experiences variable usage. Water conditions are likely turbid from river sediment, particularly after heavy rainfall. This spot requires patience and local knowledge of seasonal wind patterns.