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
7.3kts
Avg Wind
year-round
18°
Avg Temp
4yrs
Data History
analyzed
Spot Overview
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DeltaSpot Type
BeginnerSkill Level
NW315°Best Wind
River mouth area with mixed water conditions
About This Spot
Riumar is located within the Ebro River Delta in northeastern Spain, a complex lagoon and agricultural system where freshwater channels meet Mediterranean coastal waters. The spot features shallow, protected lagoon waters separated from open sea by barrier beaches and extensive dike systems. The delta's intricate network of rectangular fish ponds and irrigation channels defines the landscape, with the main kite area occupying shallow lagoon zones protected from ocean swell. This is fundamentally a light-wind, protected-water spot suited for beginners and progression riders seeking flat-water conditions. The consistently low wind speeds (7.3 knots average) and minimal swell (0.53m) mean sessions depend on specific weather windows. Northwest winds are ideal for the northeast-facing lagoon orientation. Kiters must navigate shallow depths requiring specialized equipment and awareness of underwater obstacles, embedded posts, and soft mud. The low wind reliability makes this primarily a destination during seasonal wind patterns rather than a consistent year-round spot. Best suited for learners practicing body-dragging and light-wind techniques in forgiving conditions.
Hazards & Safety
Shallow water and mud flats throughout lagoon system
Agricultural irrigation channels and embankments
Vegetation and reed beds creating obstacles
Tidal variations affecting water depth and currents
Low wind reliability (10.9%) limits session frequency
Soft bottom with poor holding - difficult launching/landing
Live Wind Forecast
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Water Conditions
Historical ocean data for wetsuit planning & water type
20°C
Avg Water Temp
0.5m
Avg Waves
🌊 Light Swell
Typical Conditions
🧥 4/3mm 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
16%wind days
Best
Afternoon
12pm – 6pm
21%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
15%
7kts
11°feels 8°
13°
PM
~3d
Feb
11%
7kts
12°feels 9°
13°
PM
~3d
Mar
21%
9kts
14°feels 11°
Monthly Water Conditions
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