Wind Days = % of days with 12–35 knot average wind speed (ideal kiting conditions). Based on 4 years of historical weather data.
2%
Avg Wind Days
year-round
4.7kts
Avg Wind
year-round
17°
Avg Temp
feels 16°
4yrs
Data History
analyzed
Spot Overview
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Beach BreakSpot Type
BeginnerSkill Level
Waves breaking on sandy bottom, varied conditions
About This Spot
Pescara Tortuga is an urban beach break located on the Adriatic coast of central Italy, facing east into the Adriatic Sea. The spot features a sand beach backed by dense residential development and protected by multiple wooden breakwater structures extending perpendicular to shore. The organized beach infrastructure with defined swimming zones and boat traffic corridors indicates this is a multi-use recreational area rather than a dedicated water sports zone. Wind reliability is extremely low at 1.8%, and average wave heights of 0.35m are minimal, making this more suitable for light-wind progression than serious kitesurfing sessions. Side-shore conditions occur with northerly (0°) or southerly (180°) winds. The shallow gradient and visible groins create technical challenges for launching and landing. This spot suits absolute beginners in favorable wind windows, but limited swell, low wind reliability, and heavy beach usage make it a secondary choice. Best conditions occur during rare stronger wind periods with northerly flow. Kiters should respect defined swimming areas and be aware of boat traffic channels.
Hazards & Safety
Wooden breakwater structures extending into water
High boat traffic in designated channels
Shallow near-shore zone requiring careful water entry
Dense urban infrastructure limiting escape routes
Crowded beach area with swimmers and sunbathers
Submerged groins and jetties visible in water
Live Wind Forecast
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Water Conditions
Historical ocean data for wetsuit planning & water type
19°C
Avg Water Temp
0.3m
Avg Waves
🌊 Light Swell
Typical Conditions
🧥 5/4mm Fullsuit
Typical Wetsuit
Clean small waves, good for wave riding practice
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
4%wind days
Best
Afternoon
12pm – 6pm
5%wind days
Evening
6pm – 9pm
3%wind days
Monthly Breakdown
Historical averages based on 4 years of data
Month
Wind Days
Avg Wind
Temp
Water
Best Time
Rain
Jan
4%
5kts
9°feels 7°
12°
AM
~8d
Feb
4%
5kts
9°feels 7°
11°
PM
~5d
Mar
3%
5kts
12°feels 10°
Monthly Water Conditions
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