How to Read the Wind Forecast
Learn how to read the wind forecast and recognise which conditions work best for kitesurfing at each spot. In our workshop we share our local experience and the practical points we use to decide where and when to ride.
Learn how to read the wind forecast and recognise which conditions work best for kitesurfing at each spot. In our workshop we share our local experience and the practical points we use to decide where and when to ride.
Some seasons work better than others for wind. Here is a simple overview of the conditions throughout the year so you know when to come to Barcelona for kitesurfing.
Mid February - Early June
The season starts to become more active from mid-February. Castelldefels begins to see more thermal-wind days, making spring a good time to get back on the water, take lessons and progress.
Early June - Late September
During summer there are restrictions for kitesurfing on the beaches. In Castelldefels there is a weekday kitesurf zone for independent riders when the zone is operating. Summer wind is usually thermal and often builds during the afternoon.
Late September - Mid January
Autumn is one of the most interesting times to ride. There is more variety in the weather patterns and Castelldefels has more space available again after the busy summer beach season.
Mid January - Mid February
Mid-winter usually brings fewer usable wind days and cooler temperatures. Even so, when a good forecast appears we still keep an eye on the conditions and on the spots that are most likely to work.
Castelldefels is our main spot and where Mojokite is based. When the conditions do not work here, other spots in Catalonia can offer better options depending on the wind direction and strength. These are some of the best-known alternatives.
Castelldefels works especially well with Garbí (SW) and thermal winds that normally build during the afternoon. Sunshine and temperature differences help the thermal develop. Some east and south-east situations can also work. With north wind the wind is offshore and not suitable for riding here.
The Delta del Ebro is around 2.5 hours south of Barcelona by car and offers several kitesurf spots. Riumar can work with northerly winds, while the Trabucador area is known for flat-water conditions when the direction is right. Always check the current local access rules before riding.
Around 1.5 hours north of Barcelona, Sant Pere Pescador is one of the best-known kitesurf spots on the Costa Brava. It can work with south and south-east wind directions and, depending on the conditions, there may also be waves. Northerly situations can be stronger and gustier, so they require more experience.
During the beach season there are restrictions for kitesurfing in Castelldefels. Independent riders can use the weekday kitesurf zone when it is operating, following the current access rules, times and local regulations. Check our dedicated summer page before going to the beach, as dates and conditions can change each season.
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