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The beach of Costa Calma, located in the south of Fuerteventura, is a popular spot for its fine sand and calm water. It is situated in front of several hotels, in a lively area but with easy access to the sea.
It is a perfect place for beginners due to its flat water and consistent wind. Locals and kite schools offer sessions suitable for all levels.
The atmosphere is relaxed, with nearby services such as showers and parking, ideal for a full day on the water.
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chopThe spot of Costa Calma Playa offers a flat water surface most of the time, perfect for freeride and freestyle. The wind generally comes from the northeast to east, providing a side-shore or side-on orientation relative to the southwest-facing beach, making navigation stable and predictable.
Launching is easy on the spacious sandy beach, with a wide and uncluttered launch area outside peak hours. The navigation areas extend several hundred meters offshore, but one must remain vigilant near the hotels to avoid swimmers.
With the tides, the water remains flat to choppy, smoother at high tide where depth increases. The wind is consistent from 15 to 28 knots in season, sometimes a bit gusty due to nearby resorts, but ideal for progressing without risking going too far.
Ideal conditions are a side-shore wind of 15 to 25 knots from the northeast, with high tide for a smooth and deep water surface. It’s perfect for stress-free freeride sessions.
The water state is flat in optimal conditions, becoming choppy with strong winds or minor swell. There are days with small waves, but nothing powerful like in the north of the island.
Currents are generally weak at this sheltered spot, but they can slightly increase with the tides. Tides are moderate in the Canary Islands, with a range of about 2 meters, with no major channel nearby.
For typical winds of 15-28 knots, plan for sizes of 9 to 12 m² for beginners and intermediates, going down to 7-9 m² in sustained wind.
The wind regime is dominated by the trade winds or northeast trades, blowing consistently from 15 to 28 knots throughout the day. It is a cross-offshore wind for this spot, steady in high season but can be slightly gusty near the buildings.
The high wind score of 92/100 confirms its reliability, with main directions NE to E.
Fuerteventura enjoys a dry subtropical climate year-round, with average temperatures of 20°C in winter and 28°C in summer. Rainfall is rare, and the sun shines more than 300 days a year.
The best months for kiting are from May to September, but the spot works well from January to December due to the constant mildness.
The depth is gradual with a sandy bottom, allowing you to stand up to about thirty meters from the shore. Deeper offshore, ideal for the safety of learners.
The water ranges between 18 and 23°C year-round, warmer in summer around 22-23°C and cooler in winter around 18-20°C. A shorty wetsuit is often sufficient, long in winter.
