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
6.2kts
Avg Wind
year-round
21°
Avg Temp
4yrs
Data History
analyzed
Spot Overview
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Beach BreakSpot Type
BeginnerSkill Level
E90°Best Wind
Waves breaking on sandy bottom, varied conditions
About This Spot
Potima is a beach break located on the southern coast of Cyprus facing south toward the Mediterranean Sea. The spot features a long sandy beach with gradual water depth, backed by extensive agricultural land and scattered residential development. The water body is open Mediterranean with light swell averaging 0.80m. This location suits beginners and intermediate kiters due to shallow water conditions and gentle wave characteristics. However, the spot has significant limitations: wind reliability is very low at 4.8%, with average winds only 6.2 knots, making consistent sessions difficult. Best conditions occur with easterly or westerly winds providing side-shore coverage. The agricultural landscape inland suggests potential water quality variations from seasonal runoff. Infrastructure nearby indicates moderate human activity. Water temperature averages 21.1°C, suitable for year-round activity with appropriate gear. The spot works best during periods of stronger pressure systems that generate more reliable wind flow across the Mediterranean basin.
Hazards & Safety
Agricultural land runoff affecting water clarity
Shallow areas near shore
Low wind reliability (4.8%)
Residential and agricultural infrastructure proximity
Potential obstacles from coastal development
Live Wind Forecast
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Water Conditions
Historical ocean data for wetsuit planning & water type
23°C
Avg Water Temp
0.8m
Avg Waves
🌊 Light Swell
Typical Conditions
🤿 3/2mm Fullsuit
Typical Wetsuit
Clean small waves, good for wave riding practice
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
6%wind days
Best
Afternoon
12pm – 6pm
12%wind days
Evening
6pm – 9pm
7%wind days
Monthly Breakdown
Historical averages based on 4 years of data
Month
Wind Days
Avg Wind
Temp
Water
Best Time
Rain
Jan
12%
7kts
15°feels 13°
19°
PM
~12d
Feb
3%
6kts
13°feels 11°
18°
PM
~7d
Mar
11%
7kts
16°feels 13°
Monthly Water Conditions
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