Wind Days = % of days with 12–35 knot average wind speed (ideal kiting conditions). Based on 4 years of historical weather data.
4%
Avg Wind Days
year-round
5.1kts
Avg Wind
year-round
19°
Avg Temp
feels 18°
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
Rossano is a Mediterranean beach break located on Italy's Calabrian coast, facing south toward the Ionian Sea. The spot features a sandy shoreline with significant residential and agricultural development immediately inland. This is a light-wind location with very low reliability at only 3.7%, making consistent sessions difficult. Average wind speeds of 5.1 knots are marginal for kitesurfing, and waves average just 0.35m. The shallow, choppy water indicates limited fetch and a protected or partially enclosed bay environment. Best conditions occur with easterly or westerly winds that provide side-shore approach across the narrow beach zone. The proximity of buildings and infrastructure limits space for safe kiting. This spot suits only beginners during rare strong wind days, and many sessions will lack sufficient wind. Water temperature averaging 19.1°C requires thermal protection in winter months. Local knowledge of seasonal wind patterns is essential, as overall conditions are marginal compared to more exposed Mediterranean locations.
Hazards & Safety
Shallow water near shore
Low wind reliability (3.7%)
Residential areas close to beach
Minimal fetch distance
Small wave heights (0.35m average)
Choppy water conditions
Live Wind Forecast
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Water Conditions
Historical ocean data for wetsuit planning & water type
21°C
Avg Water Temp
0.3m
Avg Waves
💨 Choppy
Typical Conditions
🧥 4/3mm Fullsuit
Typical Wetsuit
Normal wind chop, typical conditions
Wind Characteristics
SWDominant Direction
Very GustyChallenging conditions, advanced only
Best Time to Kite
Wind reliability by time of day (average across all months)
Morning
6am – 12pm
5%wind days
Best
Afternoon
12pm – 6pm
10%wind days
Evening
6pm – 9pm
5%wind days
Monthly Breakdown
Historical averages based on 4 years of data
Month
Wind Days
Avg Wind
Temp
Water
Best Time
Rain
Jan
7%
6kts
12°feels 9°
16°
PM
~8d
Feb
4%
5kts
12°feels 10°
15°
PM
~6d
Mar
6%
5kts
13°feels 11°
Monthly Water Conditions
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