Wind Days = % of days with 12–35 knot average wind speed (ideal kiting conditions). Based on 6 years of historical weather data.
10%
Avg Wind Days
year-round
7.7kts
Avg Wind
year-round
6°
Avg Temp
feels 3°
6yrs
Data History
analyzed
Spot Overview
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DeltaSpot Type
IntermediateSkill Level
River mouth area with mixed water conditions
About This Spot
Petit-Pokemouche is a tidal delta environment located in eastern Canada where river channels wind through extensive salt marsh and tidal flats before meeting the Gulf of Saint Lawrence. The spot features a sheltered water area bordered by vegetated land to the west and open water to the east. The delta configuration creates a choppy, confined water body with multiple current flows from the river system. Wind reliability is exceptionally low at 9.7%, making consistent sessions difficult. Best conditions occur with northerly winds that provide side-shore coverage parallel to the coastline. Water temperatures average only 5.8°C, requiring appropriate thermal protection. The shallow, silty bottom and soft tidal flats create challenging launch and landing zones. This location suits intermediate riders experienced in variable wind and tidal conditions, as it demands understanding of delta hydraulics and tidal movements. The spot is not suitable for progression work but offers local utility during rare favorable wind windows.
Hazards & Safety
Tidal mud flats and shallow areas
Multiple river channels with variable currents
Soft ground and silt accumulation
Low wind reliability (9.7%)
Cold water temperature
Limited fetch distance due to sheltered delta
Vegetation and marsh obstacles on landside
Live Wind Forecast
Real-time wind conditions and 10-day forecast powered by ECMWF
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Water Conditions
Historical ocean data for wetsuit planning & water type
8°C
Avg Water Temp
0.5m
Avg Waves
💨 Choppy
Typical Conditions
🥶 6/5mm + Boots/Gloves
Typical Wetsuit
Normal wind chop, typical conditions
Wind Characteristics
WDominant Direction
Very GustyChallenging conditions, advanced only
Best Time to Kite
Wind reliability by time of day (average across all months)
Morning
6am – 12pm
15%wind days
Best
Afternoon
12pm – 6pm
22%wind days
Evening
6pm – 9pm
14%wind days
Monthly Breakdown
Historical averages based on 6 years of data
Month
Wind Days
Avg Wind
Temp
Water
Best Time
Rain
Jan
12%
8kts
-7°feels -13°
-1°
PM
~7d
Feb
12%
9kts
-8°feels -13°
-1°
PM
~6d
Mar
16%
8kts
-3°feels -8°
Monthly Water Conditions
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