Wind Days = % of days with 12–35 knot average wind speed (ideal kiting conditions). Based on 4 years of historical weather data.
16%
Avg Wind Days
year-round
8.1kts
Avg Wind
year-round
17°
Avg Temp
feels 15°
4yrs
Data History
analyzed
Spot Overview
🏝️
LagoonSpot Type
BeginnerSkill Level
NW315°Best Wind
Protected shallow water, typically flat and ideal for learning or freestyle
About This Spot
Étang d'Ingril is a shallow Mediterranean lagoon located in southern France near Frontignan-Plage. The spot consists of a narrow elongated lagoon oriented northeast-southwest, bordered by residential development on the eastern shore and open water (Gulf of Lion) to the southeast. Water conditions are choppy due to the enclosed nature and limited fetch. Average wind conditions are light (8.1 knots) with poor reliability (15.6%), making sessions dependent on favorable weather patterns. The lagoon's shallow depth and soft bottom make it suitable primarily for beginners and intermediate riders seeking flat-water conditions. Best conditions occur with northwesterly winds providing side-shore orientation. The spot requires tolerance for murky, choppy water and awareness of limited space. Strong summer thermal activity may occur. This location works best as a practice spot during reliable wind windows rather than a primary destination.
Hazards & Safety
Shallow water throughout lagoon
Mudflats and soft bottom areas
Low wind reliability (15.6%)
Narrow riding area between canal and open water
Potential algae blooms in enclosed water body
Limited fetch distance
Residential area proximity with possible boat traffic
Live Wind Forecast
Real-time wind conditions and 10-day forecast powered by ECMWF
Loading wind forecast...
Wind speeds shown in knots (kt). Tap expand for full-screen view. Forecast updates every 6 hours from European weather model.
Water Conditions
Historical ocean data for wetsuit planning & water type
17°C
Avg Water Temp
0.6m
Avg Waves
💨 Choppy
Typical Conditions
🧥 5/4mm Fullsuit
Typical Wetsuit
Normal wind chop, typical conditions
Wind Characteristics
NWDominant Direction
Very GustyChallenging conditions, advanced only
Best Time to Kite
Wind reliability by time of day (average across all months)
Morning
6am – 12pm
18%wind days
Best
Afternoon
12pm – 6pm
26%wind days
Evening
6pm – 9pm
23%wind days
Monthly Breakdown
Historical averages based on 4 years of data
Month
Wind Days
Avg Wind
Temp
Water
Best Time
Rain
Jan
19%
8kts
9°feels 5°
12°
PM
~4d
Feb
15%
8kts
10°feels 7°
12°
PM
~5d
Mar
23%
9kts
12°feels 9°
Monthly Water Conditions
Plan your wetsuit and know what to expect in the water