Pocitas Beach is located on Peru's northern Pacific coast, featuring a narrow sandy beach backed by arid, heavily eroded desert terrain. The beach-break setup faces northwest into the open ocean, with a consistent gradient from shore to deeper water. This is a low-energy wave environment with modest average swell (1.04m), making it dependent on wind conditions for usable conditions. The extremely low wind reliability (0.3%) presents the primary challenge for kitesurfing, suggesting this spot experiences predominantly light or variable winds. Side-shore winds from the northeast would provide optimal conditions, though they rarely occur. The narrow beach and sparse vegetation indicate limited obstacle-free space for launching and landing. Best suited for beginners when conditions align, as the small waves present minimal consequence for learning. The arid setting offers good visibility and minimal rainfall interference. Kiters should assess wind conditions carefully given the poor reliability statistics and be prepared for extended flat-water periods.