Wind Days = % of days with 12–35 knot average wind speed (ideal kiting conditions). Based on 4 years of historical weather data.
2%
Avg Wind Days
year-round
5.1kts
Avg Wind
year-round
15°
Avg Temp
feels 14°
4yrs
Data History
analyzed
Spot Overview
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LakeSpot Type
BeginnerSkill Level
NW315°Best Wind
Inland freshwater with consistent flat water conditions
About This Spot
Sanguinet is a recreational lake spot located in southwestern France, part of the Cazaux-Sanguinet lake system. The lake's northeast-facing shoreline provides moderate protection from open water exposure. This is a sheltered freshwater lake environment suitable primarily for beginners and lighter-wind sessions due to limited fetch distance and generally modest wind conditions (5.1 knots average). The nearby marina and residential areas indicate moderate boat traffic, particularly on weekends. Water conditions are typically manageable with 1.6m average waves, though these are lake-generated rather than ocean swell. The spot works best with northwesterly winds (315°) that provide side-shore conditions. Kiters should expect variable wind patterns due to surrounding forest and developed terrain. The shallow lake bed requires awareness of water depth, particularly near shore. This spot is best suited for skill development and light-wind training rather than progression or high-performance sessions. Access appears available from developed areas along the eastern shore.
Hazards & Safety
Shallow water areas throughout lake
Marina with moored boats (visible on left/west side)
Residential development and populated shoreline
Limited fetch distance due to lake size
Vegetation and trees near water's edge
Weekend recreational boat traffic likely
Live Wind Forecast
Real-time wind conditions and 10-day forecast powered by ECMWF
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Water Conditions
Historical ocean data for wetsuit planning & water type
17°C
Avg Water Temp
1.6m
Avg Waves
🌊 Rough
Typical Conditions
🧥 5/4mm Fullsuit
Typical Wetsuit
Very rough conditions, advanced only
Wind Characteristics
WDominant Direction
Very GustyChallenging conditions, advanced only
Best Time to Kite
Wind reliability by time of day (average across all months)
Morning
6am – 12pm
4%wind days
Best
Afternoon
12pm – 6pm
5%wind days
Evening
6pm – 9pm
4%wind days
Monthly Breakdown
Historical averages based on 4 years of data
Month
Wind Days
Avg Wind
Temp
Water
Best Time
Rain
Jan
4%
5kts
7°feels 5°
12°
PM
~11d
Feb
4%
5kts
9°feels 6°
12°
PM
~9d
Mar
3%
6kts
11°feels 9°
Monthly Water Conditions
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