Wind Days = % of days with 12–35 knot average wind speed (ideal kiting conditions). Based on 4 years of historical weather data.
6%
Avg Wind Days
year-round
6.9kts
Avg Wind
year-round
30°
Avg Temp
feels 32°
4yrs
Data History
analyzed
Spot Overview
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LagoonSpot Type
BeginnerSkill Level
Protected shallow water, typically flat and ideal for learning or freestyle
About This Spot
Sandbar Point is a shallow lagoon system located on Sudan's Red Sea coast, characterized by extensive sandbars and shallow water throughout. The lagoon faces westward toward the mainland, with the open Red Sea to the east. This is a protected, enclosed water body with multiple sandbars creating complex bathymetry visible in the satellite imagery. The spot receives very light winds averaging 6.9 knots with poor reliability at only 6.2%, suggesting marginal conditions for kitesurfing most days. Water temperatures average 29.8°C with minimal wave activity at 0.48m average. The shallow nature and enclosed configuration make this a beginner-friendly location for practicing in very light wind, though consistent conditions are rarely available. Kiters should expect flat to near-flat water with limited swell penetration. The lagoon's narrow connection to open water restricts wind fetch and acceleration. This location suits only light-wind sessions; visits during stronger wind periods would be more productive. Local knowledge of tidal movements and shallow bank locations is essential.
Hazards & Safety
Shallow water throughout lagoon
Scattered shallow banks and sandbars
Narrow lagoon entrance with restricted fetch
Low wind reliability (6.2%)
Enclosed water body limiting wind patterns
Vegetation and marsh areas visible on northern shore
Live Wind Forecast
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Water Conditions
Historical ocean data for wetsuit planning & water type
29°C
Avg Water Temp
0.5m
Avg Waves
🌊 Light Swell
Typical Conditions
🩳 Boardshorts
Typical Wetsuit
Clean small waves, good for wave riding practice
Wind Characteristics
NDominant Direction
Very GustyChallenging conditions, advanced only
Best Time to Kite
Wind reliability by time of day (average across all months)
Morning
6am – 12pm
13%wind days
Best
Afternoon
12pm – 6pm
24%wind days
Evening
6pm – 9pm
7%wind days
Monthly Breakdown
Historical averages based on 4 years of data
Month
Wind Days
Avg Wind
Temp
Water
Best Time
Rain
Jan
9%
8kts
24°feels 25°
26°
PM
~1d
Feb
14%
8kts
24°
25°
PM
~0d
Mar
15%
8kts
26°
Monthly Water Conditions
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