Wind Days = % of days with 12–35 knot average wind speed (ideal kiting conditions). Based on 4 years of historical weather data.
9%
Avg Wind Days
year-round
6.5kts
Avg Wind
year-round
28°
Avg Temp
feels 32°
4yrs
Data History
analyzed
Spot Overview
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BaySpot Type
BeginnerSkill Level
Partially sheltered coastline with moderate, varied conditions
About This Spot
Phan Rang is a sheltered bay location on Vietnam's south-central coast, facing west toward relatively protected waters. The spot features a notable pier extending into calm shallow waters, with coastal development visible along the shoreline. The bay's orientation and protection create exceptionally light conditions with minimal swell generation. Best wind direction is from the north (0°), providing side-shore conditions parallel to the coastline. This spot suits beginners and those seeking flat-water progression, as wave energy is negligible and water remains sheltered. However, the extremely low wind reliability (8.9%) means sessions are infrequent and unpredictable. When wind does arrive, northerly flows provide ideal side-shore access without strong currents. Kiters should be aware of the pier infrastructure, which presents an obstacle requiring careful navigation and launches/landings away from its structure. The shallow bay waters offer safety for learning but limit wave-riding potential. Suitable primarily for flat-water freestyle and beginner progression rather than wave riding.
Hazards & Safety
Pier/jetty structure extending into water
Shallow lagoon areas near shore
Low wind reliability (8.9%)
Minimal wave energy (0.52m average)
Coastal development and residential areas
Potential boat traffic near pier
Live Wind Forecast
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Water Conditions
Historical ocean data for wetsuit planning & water type
28°C
Avg Water Temp
0.5m
Avg Waves
🌊 Light Swell
Typical Conditions
🩳 Boardshorts
Typical Wetsuit
Clean small waves, good for wave riding practice
Wind Characteristics
NEDominant Direction
Very GustyChallenging conditions, advanced only
Best Time to Kite
Wind reliability by time of day (average across all months)
Morning
6am – 12pm
12%wind days
Best
Afternoon
12pm – 6pm
39%wind days
Evening
6pm – 9pm
13%wind days
Monthly Breakdown
Historical averages based on 4 years of data
Month
Wind Days
Avg Wind
Temp
Water
Best Time
Rain
Jan
14%
8kts
26°feels 27°
25°
PM
~1d
Feb
20%
8kts
27°feels 29°
26°
PM
~1d
Mar
10%
7kts
27°feels 30°
Monthly Water Conditions
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