Wind Days = % of days with 12–35 knot average wind speed (ideal kiting conditions). Based on 6 years of historical weather data.
21%
Avg Wind Days
year-round
9.2kts
Avg Wind
year-round
8°
Avg Temp
feels 5°
6yrs
Data History
analyzed
Spot Overview
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BaySpot Type
BeginnerSkill Level
Partially sheltered coastline with moderate, varied conditions
About This Spot
Pärnu is a sheltered bay spot located on Estonia's southwest coast along the Gulf of Riga. The coastline faces west toward the bay's open water, providing a relatively protected environment. The spot features a sandy beach with immediate urban and recreational infrastructure, including a stadium, parks, and residential areas backing the shore.
This location suits beginners and lighter-wind specialists due to minimal wave energy and sheltered conditions. The choppy water state indicates wind-driven surface texture rather than organized swell. Wind reliability is notably low at 20.8%, suggesting inconsistent conditions dependent on weather systems. The average wind speed of 9.2 knots is marginal for kitesurfing, requiring consistent stronger gusts to maintain session quality.
Best conditions occur with northerly winds (0°) providing side-shore flow parallel to the beach. The shallow nearshore zone demands caution during launch and landing. Cold water temperatures necessitate appropriate thermal protection. Limited fetch within the bay restricts wave development. This spot functions primarily as a light-wind destination during favorable wind windows rather than a reliable year-round session location.
Hazards & Safety
Low wind reliability (20.8%)
Very small wave height (0.35m average)
Choppy water conditions
Beach infrastructure and buildings near launch
Shallow water in immediate nearshore zone
Potential boat traffic in bay
Cold water temperature (8.2°C)
Live Wind Forecast
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Water Conditions
Historical ocean data for wetsuit planning & water type
9°C
Avg Water Temp
0.3m
Avg Waves
💨 Choppy
Typical Conditions
🥶 6/5mm + Boots/Gloves
Typical Wetsuit
Normal wind chop, typical conditions
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
25%wind days
Best
Afternoon
12pm – 6pm
30%wind days
Evening
6pm – 9pm
23%wind days
Monthly Breakdown
Historical averages based on 6 years of data
Month
Wind Days
Avg Wind
Temp
Water
Best Time
Rain
Jan
33%
11kts
-1°feels -6°
0°
AM
~16d
Feb
28%
10kts
-1°feels -6°
0°
PM
~11d
Mar
23%
9kts
2°feels -3°
Monthly Water Conditions
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