Silver Strand Beach
United States · Californie
The beach of Silver Strand Beach, located in Imperial Beach near San Diego, California, offers a long stretch of open sand facing the Pacific Ocean. It is a popular spot for riders due to its wide beach and relative isolation that limits crowds.
Close to Coronado and only 8 miles from the winds of Baja Mexico, it attracts locals and visitors for its strategic position. The beaches stretch for miles, ideal for all levels.
There are restrictions in the summer, with a dedicated area of 133 yards for launching and landing kites.
WindyHistorical averages by month — not a live forecast.
The prevailing wind comes from WNW in thermal, side-on to side-off relative to the south-facing beach. The best sessions occur with winds of 13-16 knots in the afternoon when thermals set in, or stronger in February-April with depression systems bringing S at 18-25+ knots followed by WNW 16-22 knots.
Launching is easy on the wide sand, with a designated take-off area near the main entrance, mandatory to follow the rules. The navigation area is offshore with open space, but watch for swimmers in summer. The water is chop to wavy depending on the Pacific swell, more stable in thermal.
From May to September, it’s the eddy season with light WSW to SSW 9-13 knots, often irregular and too weak; strong days are rare, around 4 good days per month. Use the kite-only area to avoid fines.
Sources :localkitespots.com · iwindsurf.com · fksa.org · se.kiteforum.com · windfinder.com
