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
5.7kts
Avg Wind
year-round
15°
Avg Temp
feels 13°
4yrs
Data History
analyzed
Spot Overview
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LagoonSpot Type
BeginnerSkill Level
E90°Best Wind
Protected shallow water, typically flat and ideal for learning or freestyle
About This Spot
Tianjin Beach is a shallow lagoon environment located in the Bohai Sea region of northern China. The spot features extensive aquaculture operations visible on both shorelines, with the lagoon oriented roughly north-south. The water body is largely enclosed by man-made infrastructure and farming facilities, creating a protected but constrained environment. Water conditions are consistently choppy with minimal wave development due to fetch limitations and shallow depth. Wind reliability is extremely poor at 2.1%, making consistent sessions unlikely. Average temperatures of 14.6°C and water conditions suggest this is a cool-season location with limited thermal comfort. The spot suits only beginner-level riders seeking flat-water practice in protected conditions, though wind availability remains problematic. The shallow muddy bottom and surrounding aquaculture structures present navigation challenges. Best wind direction is from the east (90°), providing side-shore conditions along the primary north-south axis. Kiters should be prepared for very light winds and should verify water quality and local access permissions before attempting sessions.
Hazards & Safety
Shallow water throughout lagoon
Muddy bottom with low visibility
Aquaculture infrastructure and barriers
Enclosed environment limiting exit options
Low wind reliability (2.1%)
Very small average wave height (0.41m)
Potential industrial water quality issues
Live Wind Forecast
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Water Conditions
Historical ocean data for wetsuit planning & water type
15°C
Avg Water Temp
0.4m
Avg Waves
💨 Choppy
Typical Conditions
🥶 6/5mm + Boots/Gloves
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
5%wind days
Best
Afternoon
12pm – 6pm
6%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
0%
5kts
-1°feels -5°
1°
PM
~2d
Feb
1%
5kts
1°feels -3°
0°
PM
~1d
Mar
1%
6kts
9°feels 6°
Monthly Water Conditions
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