Wind Days = % of days with 12–35 knot average wind speed (ideal kiting conditions). Based on 4 years of historical weather data.
25%
Avg Wind Days
year-round
9.8kts
Avg Wind
year-round
11°
Avg Temp
feels 8°
4yrs
Data History
analyzed
Spot Overview
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Beach BreakSpot Type
BeginnerSkill Level
E90°Best Wind
Waves breaking on sandy bottom, varied conditions
About This Spot
Pakefield Corner is a beach break located on the Suffolk coast in eastern England, facing north toward the North Sea. The spot features a sandy beach with significant residential and agricultural development immediately inland. Offshore agricultural fields dominate the interior landscape, with established holiday parks and light industrial areas visible to the south. The water body is exposed open ocean, though fetch is limited by the East Anglian coastline orientation. Best conditions occur with easterly or westerly winds providing side-shore conditions. The spot experiences modest wave heights averaging 0.85m with rough-chop water conditions typical of UK North Sea breaks. Wind reliability is low at 24.8%, requiring patience for usable conditions. Water temperatures around 11.2°C necessitate thermal protection year-round. The area suits beginners due to small waves and sandy bottom, though low wind consistency makes session planning challenging. Kiters should account for the proximity of residential areas, respect beach access restrictions, and be aware that conditions depend heavily on Atlantic storm systems. The shallow near-shore zone requires careful entry and exit procedures.
Hazards & Safety
Shallow water near shore
Agricultural runoff affecting water clarity
Low wind reliability (24.8%)
Residential and industrial proximity
Small wave heights limiting progression
Live Wind Forecast
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Water Conditions
Historical ocean data for wetsuit planning & water type
12°C
Avg Water Temp
0.8m
Avg Waves
⚠️ Rough Chop
Typical Conditions
🥶 6/5mm + Boots/Gloves
Typical Wetsuit
Challenging chop, experienced riders
Wind Characteristics
SWDominant Direction
Very GustyChallenging conditions, advanced only
Best Time to Kite
Wind reliability by time of day (average across all months)
Morning
6am – 12pm
31%wind days
Best
Afternoon
12pm – 6pm
38%wind days
Evening
6pm – 9pm
24%wind days
Monthly Breakdown
Historical averages based on 4 years of data
Month
Wind Days
Avg Wind
Temp
Water
Best Time
Rain
Jan
34%
10kts
5°feels 1°
7°
PM
~8d
Feb
37%
11kts
7°feels 2°
6°
PM
~10d
Mar
26%
10kts
8°feels 4°
Monthly Water Conditions
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