Wind Days = % of days with 12–35 knot average wind speed (ideal kiting conditions). Based on 4 years of historical weather data.
13%
Avg Wind Days
year-round
7.3kts
Avg Wind
year-round
16°
Avg Temp
feels 15°
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
Skoljic Bay is a protected coastal inlet on Croatia's Adriatic coast, characterized by a northwest-facing shoreline with complex peninsular geometry and multiple rocky protrusions. The bay features a partially enclosed water body surrounded by dense Mediterranean forest and agricultural land, creating a sheltered environment with limited wave exposure. The spot's intricate topology with small peninsulas and bays provides varying wind and water conditions depending on location within the bay. Wind reliability is low (12.5%) and average wind speeds are modest (7.3 knots), indicating this is a light-wind venue that requires strong thermal or synoptic wind events. Northeastern winds (side-shore) would provide the most favorable conditions for kitesurfing. The shallow, choppy water and rocky features make this primarily suitable for beginner to early-intermediate kiters practicing in manageable conditions. Water temperatures average 16.3°C, requiring wetsuits year-round. The bay's protected nature means consistent but modest thermal winds in summer; winter conditions would be more variable. Boat traffic is present, requiring attention to marine traffic patterns.
Hazards & Safety
Rocky outcrops and peninsulas creating complex water flow
Shallow areas near shore with uneven bottom
Limited fetch distance within bay confines
Boat traffic visible in water
Narrow entrance channels with potential current convergence
Dense forest coverage limiting wind penetration at some locations
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
18°C
Avg Water Temp
0.4m
Avg Waves
💨 Choppy
Typical Conditions
🧥 4/3mm Fullsuit
Typical Wetsuit
Normal wind chop, typical conditions
Wind Characteristics
NEDominant Direction
Very GustyChallenging conditions, advanced only
Best Time to Kite
Wind reliability by time of day (average across all months)
Best
Morning
6am – 12pm
19%wind days
Afternoon
12pm – 6pm
17%wind days
Evening
6pm – 9pm
14%wind days
Monthly Breakdown
Historical averages based on 4 years of data
Month
Wind Days
Avg Wind
Temp
Water
Best Time
Rain
Jan
22%
9kts
8°feels 5°
13°
AM
~8d
Feb
15%
7kts
9°feels 6°
12°
AM
~7d
Mar
14%
7kts
11°feels 8°
Monthly Water Conditions
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