Wind Days = % of days with 12–35 knot average wind speed (ideal kiting conditions). Based on 4 years of historical weather data.
0%
Avg Wind Days
year-round
3.7kts
Avg Wind
year-round
28°
Avg Temp
feels 33°
4yrs
Data History
analyzed
Spot Overview
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Beach BreakSpot Type
BeginnerSkill Level
Waves breaking on sandy bottom, varied conditions
About This Spot
Tropical West Sumbawa features a west-facing beach break along Indonesia's coast with consistent sand and pebble shoreline. The spot sits between productive agricultural land and open ocean, with wave exposure dependent on seasonal swells. Average conditions show modest 1.63m waves with very low wind reliability at 3.7 knots average. The narrow beach corridor and proximity to farmland create variable water conditions. North winds (0°) would provide ideal side-shore conditions, though the reported 0% wind reliability suggests this direction rarely materializes. Water temperatures average 27.8°C year-round. This location suits beginner to early-intermediate kiters seeking warm-water practice in low-wind tropical conditions. Primary limitations include unpredictable wind patterns, small average wave size, and variable water quality. The spot works best during seasonal wind shifts when northerly or southerly winds develop. Kiters should expect light-wind sessions requiring larger kite sizes and should be aware of nearshore hazards including shallow areas and potential reef formations visible in satellite imagery.
Hazards & Safety
Low wind reliability (0.0%)
Shallow nearshore areas
Agricultural runoff affecting water clarity
Inconsistent wave conditions
Limited fetch distance from narrow beach
Reef or rock formations visible in water near shore
Live Wind Forecast
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Water Conditions
Historical ocean data for wetsuit planning & water type
29°C
Avg Water Temp
1.6m
Avg Waves
🌊 Rough
Typical Conditions
🩳 Boardshorts
Typical Wetsuit
Very rough conditions, advanced only
Wind Characteristics
EDominant Direction
Very GustyChallenging conditions, advanced only
Best Time to Kite
Wind reliability by time of day (average across all months)
Morning
6am – 12pm
0%wind days
Best
Afternoon
12pm – 6pm
1%wind days
Evening
6pm – 9pm
0%wind days
Monthly Breakdown
Historical averages based on 4 years of data
Month
Wind Days
Avg Wind
Temp
Water
Best Time
Rain
Jan
0%
3kts
28°feels 34°
29°
PM
~25d
Feb
0%
3kts
28°feels 34°
30°
PM
~26d
Mar
0%
3kts
28°feels 34°
Monthly Water Conditions
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