Wind Days = % of days with 12–35 knot average wind speed (ideal kiting conditions). Based on 4 years of historical weather data.
Partially sheltered coastline with moderate, varied conditions
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.
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Wind reliability by time of day (average across all months)
Historical averages based on 4 years of data
| Month | Wind Days | Avg Wind | Temp | Best Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 8% | 6kts | 11°feels 9° | PM |
| Feb | 7% | 5kts | 11°feels 9° | PM |
| Mar | 5% | 6kts | 13°feels 11° |
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| Apr | 7% | 6kts | 14°feels 12° | PM |
| May | 4% | 5kts | 18° | PM |
| Jun | 0% | 4kts | 24°feels 25° | PM |
| Jul | 1% | 5kts | 27°feels 29° | PM |
| Aug | 1% | 5kts | 26°feels 28° | PM |
| Sep | 5% | 5kts | 23°feels 24° | PM |
| Oct | 5% | 6kts | 19° | PM |
| Nov | 13% | 7kts | 15°feels 13° | PM |
| Dec | 3% | 5kts | 12°feels 10° | PM |