Phuket - Kitezone

Phuket Kitezone is located on the west-facing coast of Phuket Island, Thailand, opening into the Andaman Sea. The spot features a shallow bay configuration with visible mangrove vegetation along the shoreline and gradually deepening water toward deeper channels. The turquoise coloring indicates shallow sand and mud bottom conditions typical of tropical bay systems. This location experiences extremely poor wind reliability (0.6%), making it a challenging destination for consistent kitesurfing. Average wind speeds of 5.2 knots fall below minimum requirements for most modern equipment. Wave conditions are minimal at 0.66m average, with light-swell classification indicating limited fetch from the open ocean. Side-shore winds from the north (0°) would be optimal when available. The shallow, protected bay environment suits only beginner kiters on rare days when conditions align, but consistent sessions are unlikely. Water temperature averaging 28.5°C is warm year-round. Seasonal monsoon variations significantly affect wind availability. Kiters should expect frequent flat spells and should verify current conditions before traveling to this location.