Roma - Fiumicino (Coccia di Morto)
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Coccia di Morto is a kitesurfing spot located north of Fiumicino, near Rome in Lazio. It can be accessed by following the northern branch of the Tevere River to the end of the road, then turning right towards the beach. It is a place known to locals for its proximity to Fiumicino Airport and its wild atmosphere, despite the somewhat macabre name related to bodies thrown into the Tiber during Roman times.
The spot is next to Lido di Ostia and offers a beautiful stretch of sand for practice. A surf school is located at the chiosco Azul via Della Pesca, making it easy for passing riders to have sessions. It is a popular place for its consistent wind in season and its easy access from the capital.
The bottom is a mix of sand and rocks, with a wide beach that is well-suited for launching. Nearby spots like Baraonda or Focene are a few kilometers away for variety.
Les données de vent affichées ici proviennent d’ERA5 (via Open-Meteo) sur 4 ans, retraitées pour refléter des conditions réalistes.
👉 Le vent moyen a été calibré pour éviter la sous-estimation habituelle des modèles.
👉 Les rafales ont été corrigées par un ratio médian afin d’éviter des valeurs extrêmes irréalistes.
👉 Chaque jour est résumé par le vent médian (P50) observé pendant les heures utiles (8h–20h), puis classé dans des plages de vent.
👉 Le mode pondéré mélange vent moyen et rafales pour refléter au mieux le vent ressenti.
- 🟢 10–16 nds : vent faible mais navigable (notamment en foil).
- 🟡 16–22 nds : plage idéale, conditions confortables pour la majorité.
- 🔴 22–28 nds : vent fort, réservé aux riders expérimentés.
- 🟣 28+ nds : conditions extrêmes, navigation engagée.
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chopchopThe Coccia di Morto spot works well with a side-shore wind coming from the northwest or west, which often blows in gusts on the southeast-facing beach. The navigation area extends about 4 km of beach, with easy launching on sand. Prefer the northern part for takeoff, away from swimmers in summer.
The water is generally choppy with small to medium waves, especially when the wind is onshore from the southeast. Be cautious of rocky areas to the north, which can create more consistent but risky waves for launching. In strong winds, stay in the central area to avoid conflicts with fishermen or surfers.
No major channel but the nearby river sometimes influences the current. The best days are with thermal wind in the afternoon, currently scoring around 45/100 with 21 kts.
Ideal with 15-25 kts from NW or W, side-shore perfect for a smooth to moderately choppy water surface. Avoid the SE onshore which is too inconsistent.
Water conditions are choppy to wavy with small waves of 0.5-1 m. More flat in pure offshore wind, but often choppy due to fetch from the open sea. Mixed bottom of sand/rocks.
The current is generally weak along the beach but can strengthen near the mouth of the Tevere to the south. Tides have a moderate impact, with an amplitude of about 0.5 m. Stay vigilant when exiting the river.
Opt for sizes of 9 to 12 m² in typical conditions. 7-9 m² for windy days, 11-13 m² in light wind.
The prevailing wind comes from the northwest or west, often thermal in the afternoon during summer. In winter, more consistent sessions with winds around 15-25 kts. No specific local name, but reliable in spring and autumn.
The Mediterranean climate of the region offers mild winters and hot summers. The best months for kitesurfing are February and the intermediate seasons, with daytime temperatures around 15-20°C in winter and up to 30°C in summer. Rain is rare except in autumn.
Depth is progressive with a sandy and rocky bottom. Footing up to 50-100 m from the shore depending on the tide, then quickly deep.
In winter around 13-15°C, spring 16-19°C, summer 22-25°C, autumn 18-20°C. A 3/2 mm wetsuit is recommended outside the summer season.