Wind Days = % of days with 12–35 knot average wind speed (ideal kiting conditions). Based on 4 years of historical weather data.
4%
Avg Wind Days
year-round
4.8kts
Avg Wind
year-round
15°
Avg Temp
feels 14°
4yrs
Data History
analyzed
Spot Overview
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BaySpot Type
BeginnerSkill Level
NW315°Best Wind
Partially sheltered coastline with moderate, varied conditions
About This Spot
Tesón de Figueras is a sheltered bay in northern Spain with a sandy beach and protected water conditions. The bay opens toward the northeast, with surrounding land providing shelter from stronger offshore systems. A prominent sandbar creates variable water depths and interesting hydrodynamic features, with shallow areas suitable for beginners and slightly deeper zones toward the bay entrance.
The spot is characterized by low to moderate wind reliability (3.9%) and small average wave heights (1.54m), making it better suited for flat-water riding and progression rather than wave riding. Industrial port facilities are visible along the left shore, indicating active commercial shipping traffic that kiters should monitor.
Best conditions occur with northwest to north winds (315°), which are side-shore and maintain bay safety. Average wind speeds of 4.8 knots suggest this spot functions during lighter wind periods and is ideal for beginners developing board control and technique. The protected bay configuration and sandy bottom make it forgiving for learning, though limited wind consistency means sessions may be brief. Water temperature averages 14.7°C, requiring appropriate thermal protection.
Hazards & Safety
Industrial port infrastructure and vessel traffic
Shallow sandbar in center of bay creating variable depth
Rocky outcrops visible on right side of bay
Commercial shipping lanes nearby
Limited fetch distance due to bay configuration
Live Wind Forecast
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Water Conditions
Historical ocean data for wetsuit planning & water type
16°C
Avg Water Temp
1.5m
Avg Waves
🏄 Waves
Typical Conditions
🧥 4/3mm Fullsuit
Typical Wetsuit
Proper waves for wave riding
Wind Characteristics
SWDominant Direction
Very GustyChallenging conditions, advanced only
Best Time to Kite
Wind reliability by time of day (average across all months)
Morning
6am – 12pm
5%wind days
Best
Afternoon
12pm – 6pm
8%wind days
Evening
6pm – 9pm
5%wind days
Monthly Breakdown
Historical averages based on 4 years of data
Month
Wind Days
Avg Wind
Temp
Water
Best Time
Rain
Jan
16%
6kts
10°feels 8°
14°
PM
~12d
Feb
4%
5kts
11°feels 9°
14°
PM
~9d
Mar
6%
5kts
12°feels 10°
Monthly Water Conditions
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