Wind Days = % of days with 12–35 knot average wind speed (ideal kiting conditions). Based on 4 years of historical weather data.
24%
Avg Wind Days
year-round
9.1kts
Avg Wind
year-round
12°
Avg Temp
feels 10°
4yrs
Data History
analyzed
Spot Overview
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Beach BreakSpot Type
BeginnerSkill Level
NW315°Best Wind
Waves breaking on sandy bottom, varied conditions
About This Spot
Quiberville is a sheltered beach break located on the Normandy coast of northern France, facing northeast toward the English Channel. The spot features a gently sloping sandy beach with visible tidal sandbars and coastal management structures typical of this region. The low average wind reliability of 24.1% and modest wave height of 0.74m make this a light-wind specialist location best suited for beginners and progression riders. Best conditions occur with northwesterly winds (315°) providing clean side-shore conditions parallel to the coast. The spot's proximity to residential development and the complexity of tidal patterns require local knowledge. Water temperatures average 12.2°C, necessitating appropriate thermal protection year-round. The shallow, gradual beach entry and weak swell make this ideal for learning fundamentals but challenging for developing advanced techniques. Sessions are most feasible during periods of consistent northwest wind, which occur infrequently based on the reported wind reliability data.
Hazards & Safety
Shallow water near shore
Tidal currents and sandbars visible in imagery
Low wind reliability (24.1%) limits session frequency
Groynes and coastal defense structures present
Small wave heights require light-wind proficiency
Populated residential area - crowded beach potential
Live Wind Forecast
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Water Conditions
Historical ocean data for wetsuit planning & water type
14°C
Avg Water Temp
0.7m
Avg Waves
🌊 Light Swell
Typical Conditions
🧥 5/4mm Fullsuit
Typical Wetsuit
Clean small waves, good for wave riding practice
Wind Characteristics
SDominant Direction
Very GustyChallenging conditions, advanced only
Best Time to Kite
Wind reliability by time of day (average across all months)
Morning
6am – 12pm
26%wind days
Best
Afternoon
12pm – 6pm
34%wind days
Evening
6pm – 9pm
25%wind days
Monthly Breakdown
Historical averages based on 4 years of data
Month
Wind Days
Avg Wind
Temp
Water
Best Time
Rain
Jan
37%
10kts
6°feels 2°
9°
PM
~12d
Feb
33%
11kts
8°feels 3°
8°
PM
~9d
Mar
22%
9kts
9°feels 5°
Monthly Water Conditions
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