Wind Days = % of days with 12–35 knot average wind speed (ideal kiting conditions). Based on 6 years of historical weather data.
15%
Avg Wind Days
year-round
8.6kts
Avg Wind
year-round
9°
Avg Temp
feels 6°
6yrs
Data History
analyzed
Spot Overview
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Beach BreakSpot Type
BeginnerSkill Level
NE45°Best Wind
Waves breaking on sandy bottom, varied conditions
About This Spot
Ragaciems is a small coastal settlement on Latvia's Baltic Sea shoreline, featuring a northwest-facing beach break with predominantly residential development. The spot consists of a narrow sandy beach backed by dense forest and vacation homes, creating a protected but constrained kiting environment. The water is shallow and choppy near the shore with limited offshore fetch. With average winds of only 8.6 knots and 15% reliability, this location is marginal for consistent kitesurfing—most sessions will be underpowered. Northeasterly winds (45°) would provide optimal side-shore conditions. The spot is suitable primarily for beginners on the rare higher-wind days or lighter-wind specialists with large kites. Access appears limited by private property. Water temperatures and seasonal conditions typical of the Baltic create short windows for comfortable riding. This location is better suited for casual beach recreation than dedicated kiting pursuits.
Hazards & Safety
Shallow water near shore
Dense residential development limiting access
Low average wind (8.6 knots below typical kiting minimum)
Poor wind reliability (15%)
Choppy water conditions indicate inconsistent wind
Potential vegetation and obstacles in shallow zones
Limited fetch distance due to coastal geography
Live Wind Forecast
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Water Conditions
Historical ocean data for wetsuit planning & water type
10°C
Avg Water Temp
0.4m
Avg Waves
💨 Choppy
Typical Conditions
🥶 6/5mm + Boots/Gloves
Typical Wetsuit
Normal wind chop, typical conditions
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
18%wind days
Best
Afternoon
12pm – 6pm
23%wind days
Evening
6pm – 9pm
20%wind days
Monthly Breakdown
Historical averages based on 6 years of data
Month
Wind Days
Avg Wind
Temp
Water
Best Time
Rain
Jan
30%
10kts
0°feels -5°
2°
PM
~16d
Feb
25%
10kts
0°feels -5°
1°
PM
~11d
Mar
13%
9kts
3°feels -1°
Monthly Water Conditions
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