Wind Days = % of days with 12–35 knot average wind speed (ideal kiting conditions). Based on 4 years of historical weather data.
5%
Avg Wind Days
year-round
5.6kts
Avg Wind
year-round
18°
Avg Temp
feels 17°
4yrs
Data History
analyzed
Spot Overview
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BaySpot Type
BeginnerSkill Level
NW315°Best Wind
Partially sheltered coastline with moderate, varied conditions
About This Spot
Pinarellu is a small bay located on the east coast of Corsica, characterized by a sheltered anchorage with turquoise shallow waters. The spot features a sandy beach backed by dense Mediterranean vegetation and residential development, with a lagoon system visible inland. The bay is partially enclosed by rocky headlands, creating a protected body of water frequently used by moored sailboats and leisure vessels. This configuration offers calm, choppy conditions suitable for beginners learning body-dragging and basic maneuvers. Northwesterly winds (around 315°) provide reliable side-shore conditions along the beach. The shallow bay waters and numerous moored boats limit maneuver space and require careful positioning. Wind reliability remains low (5.4%), making conditions inconsistent. Wave heights average 0.39m, indicating minimal swell penetration. Best suited for beginner to early intermediate kiters seeking sheltered practice conditions rather than challenging wave riding. Access may be restricted due to residential areas and private beaches.
Hazards & Safety
Moored boats in central bay area
Rocky outcrops visible underwater in bay
Shallow water near beach and lagoon areas
Residential development limiting beach access
Limited fetch distance due to bay configuration
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
20°C
Avg Water Temp
0.4m
Avg Waves
💨 Choppy
Typical Conditions
🧥 4/3mm Fullsuit
Typical Wetsuit
Normal wind chop, typical conditions
Wind Characteristics
NWDominant Direction
Very GustyChallenging conditions, advanced only
Best Time to Kite
Wind reliability by time of day (average across all months)
Morning
6am – 12pm
9%wind days
Best
Afternoon
12pm – 6pm
11%wind days
Evening
6pm – 9pm
5%wind days
Monthly Breakdown
Historical averages based on 4 years of data
Month
Wind Days
Avg Wind
Temp
Water
Best Time
Rain
Jan
13%
7kts
11°feels 9°
15°
PM
~7d
Feb
6%
6kts
12°feels 9°
14°
PM
~4d
Mar
5%
6kts
13°feels 11°
Monthly Water Conditions
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