Wind Days = % of days with 12–35 knot average wind speed (ideal kiting conditions). Based on 4 years of historical weather data.
5%
Avg Wind Days
year-round
5.5kts
Avg Wind
year-round
18°
Avg Temp
feels 17°
4yrs
Data History
analyzed
Spot Overview
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BaySpot Type
BeginnerSkill Level
NE45°Best Wind
Partially sheltered coastline with moderate, varied conditions
About This Spot
San Ciprianu is a bay-facing spot on the eastern coast of Corsica, characterized by a crescent-shaped beach meeting shallow, protected waters. The bay's southeastern orientation and sheltered nature create a lagoon-like environment with minimal wave generation. This spot experiences extremely low wind reliability (4.8%) with average winds of only 5.5 knots, making consistent sessions rare. Water conditions are typically choppy rather than well-formed, with negligible wave heights averaging 0.39m. The proximity of residential development and the shallow waters near the beach suggest this is primarily suitable for very light wind conditions and beginners seeking flat-water practice. The limited fetch within the bay prevents swell development. Best wind direction is northeast (45°), which provides side-shore conditions parallel to the coastline. This spot is better suited for progression in minimal wind rather than developing technique in quality conditions. Water temperatures averaging 17.9°C require thermal protection during cooler months.
Hazards & Safety
Low wind reliability (4.8%)
Very small average wave height (0.39m)
Choppy water conditions
Residential development proximity
Shallow lagoon areas visible in northern section
Limited fetch distance
Live Wind Forecast
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Water Conditions
Historical ocean data for wetsuit planning & water type
20°C
Avg Water Temp
0.4m
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
8%wind days
Best
Afternoon
12pm – 6pm
11%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
8%
6kts
11°feels 9°
15°
PM
~7d
Feb
7%
5kts
11°feels 9°
14°
PM
~5d
Mar
5%
6kts
13°feels 11°
Monthly Water Conditions
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