Wind Days = % of days with 12–35 knot average wind speed (ideal kiting conditions). Based on 4 years of historical weather data.
11%
Avg Wind Days
year-round
6.8kts
Avg Wind
year-round
19°
Avg Temp
feels 18°
4yrs
Data History
analyzed
Spot Overview
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Beach BreakSpot Type
BeginnerSkill Level
Waves breaking on sandy bottom, varied conditions
About This Spot
Praialonga is a sheltered beach-break spot located on Italy's Tyrrhenian coast facing westward into a protected bay. The beach is characterized by sandy shores backed by residential development, with a highway running parallel to the coastline. Water conditions are choppy rather than well-defined, indicating limited fetch and wave energy. The spot shows a bay-like configuration with surrounding development and green spaces inland. Best conditions occur with northerly winds (0°) providing side-shore flow parallel to the beach. The low average wind reliability (11%) and minimal wave height (0.62m) make this a beginner-friendly location suitable for progression in light conditions rather than challenging performance sailing. Kiters should be aware of the shallow near-shore waters, rocky areas visible in the satellite imagery, and the developed shoreline with limited beach space. This spot is best suited for learning and practicing in light-wind conditions rather than developing advanced skills. Water temperature around 19°C suggests seasonal variability in comfort.
Hazards & Safety
Shallow water near shore
Rocky outcrops visible in shallow areas
Residential development and built structures close to beach
Highway/major road running parallel to coast - potential obstacles
Low wave energy - limited swell exposure
Choppy water conditions indicating protected/sheltered bay
Live Wind Forecast
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Water Conditions
Historical ocean data for wetsuit planning & water type
20°C
Avg Water Temp
0.6m
Avg Waves
🌊 Light Swell
Typical Conditions
🧥 4/3mm Fullsuit
Typical Wetsuit
Clean small waves, good for wave riding practice
Wind Characteristics
NDominant Direction
Very GustyChallenging conditions, advanced only
Best Time to Kite
Wind reliability by time of day (average across all months)
Morning
6am – 12pm
16%wind days
Best
Afternoon
12pm – 6pm
29%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
25%
9kts
12°feels 9°
15°
PM
~7d
Feb
14%
7kts
12°feels 9°
15°
PM
~6d
Mar
13%
8kts
13°feels 11°
Monthly Water Conditions
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