United States
The Beaches Thong in Condado, San Juan, is a lively beach lined with luxury hotels and restaurants. It is a popular spot for its easy access from the city and its vibrant atmosphere.
The beach offers a beautiful stretch of fine sand with a view of the Atlantic Ocean. Locals and tourists gather here to enjoy the sun and water activities.
Close to the Condado neighborhood, it is a convenient place to combine kitesurfing sessions and urban life.
The wind data shown here comes from ERA5 (via Open-Meteo) over 4 years, reprocessed to reflect realistic conditions.
👉 Average wind has been calibrated to avoid the usual underestimation of models.
👉 Gusts have been corrected by a median ratio to avoid unrealistic extreme values.
👉 Each day is summarized by the median wind (P50) observed during useful hours (8am–8pm), then classified into wind ranges.
👉 The weighted mode mixes average wind and gusts to best reflect felt wind.
chopchopThe Beaches Thong spot in Condado is exposed to the dominant east winds typical of Puerto Rico, which come in a side-on or side-shore direction relative to the northeast-facing beach. These winds wrap around the island to provide consistent conditions of 17-23 knots from morning to evening.
Launching is done directly from the wide sandy beach, with a gradual depth that suits both beginners and advanced riders. The navigation area extends along the coast but remains protected by a coral reef about 1.6 km offshore, creating a relatively sheltered water surface from large swells.
Be cautious of rocky areas near the shore, especially at low tide. Take-off is easy on the dry sand, and the space allows for riding without too much crowding outside of weekends. Tides have little influence on the spot, but check the red flags for swimmers.
The ideal conditions are winds from east to northeast between 18 and 25 knots, in a side-shore direction for a clean and manageable water surface. Prefer mornings for less thermal wind.
The Atlantic Ocean generates a choppy water surface, with moderate waves due to east winds. The offshore reef mitigates the swells, sometimes creating flatter areas near the beach.
During strong wind periods, expect marked chop, ideal for freestyle or wave riding.
The currents are strong on this beach in Condado, with frequent rip tides indicated by red flags. It is important to stay vigilant and avoid drifting too far from the shore.
The tides are moderate, with a range of about 1 meter, having no major impact on navigation.
Opt for a 10m kite on average for typical winds of 17-23 knots. Go smaller like 7-9m if the wind picks up, or 12m for lighter days.
East winds (trade winds) blow regularly, providing about 300 days of wind per year. The strength varies from 17 to 23 knots, perfect for a full session from morning until sunset.
In winter, the trade winds are stronger, while in summer they remain consistent but sometimes lighter.
Puerto Rico enjoys a warm tropical climate year-round, with average temperatures around 28-32°C during the day. The dry season runs from December to April, ideal for kitesurfing with less rain.
The rainy season from May to November brings more humidity, but the winds remain reliable. The water stays warm, making a lycra sufficient most of the time.
The depth is gradual with a mostly sandy bottom. You can stand up to about 50 meters from the shore, perfect for relaunches.
The water ranges between 26°C in winter and 29°C in summer. A shorty or lycra is sufficient year-round.
