Name: Tingaki / Kos
Address: GR

Overview

Tingaki is an ideal spot for beginners on the north coast of Kos, midway between Kos Town and Mastichari. This long fine sand beach benefits from incredibly shallow water for several hundred meters, creating perfect conditions for learning kitesurfing. The Meltemi blows onshore from the north, ensuring safety for beginners who are always pushed back to the beach. Tingaki is one of the most popular spots on Kos for kite lessons, with several schools set up on the beach.

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Tingaki / Kos: when to go?

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Season · peak

198h

in September · 21 rideable days

The season runs from May to October, peaking in September: 17 rideable days a month and 198 hours of usable wind, at 28 °C. The low point is March, at 12 days.

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Wind strength when it is rideable

7-12 knots · 75%13-20 knots · 24%21-30 knots · under 1%

When the spot works, wind sits mostly between 7 and 12 knots — 75% of rideable hours. Big-kite territory. The coldest month is February, at 15 °C. The wettest month is December, with 93 mm.

Monthly averages: Tingaki / Kos

Monthly averages — Tingaki / Kos — averaged over 2 years of records — Weather data by Open-Meteo.com — How it is calculated
Month	Rideable days	Usable wind	Temperature	Rain
January	12.5	126 h	16 °C	57 mm
February	15.0	168 h	15 °C	20 mm
March	12.0	136 h	19 °C	16 mm
April	15.0	157 h	21 °C	42 mm
May	16.5	182 h	24 °C	28 mm
June	15.5	164 h	30 °C	0 mm
July	16.5	157 h	32 °C	1 mm
August	16.5	159 h	31 °C	0 mm
September	21.0	198 h	28 °C	3 mm
October	16.0	163 h	24 °C	21 mm
November	12.5	121 h	20 °C	36 mm
December	13.5	127 h	17 °C	93 mm

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Technical details of Tingaki / Kos spot

The spot works with winds from N, NNE, WNW, NW, NNW.

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Spot functioning

Tingaki is the quintessential school spot on Kos. The extremely shallow water (50cm over 200m+) creates a safe riding area where beginners can stand everywhere. The onshore N/NNW wind systematically brings riders back to the beach. Kite schools occupy dedicated zones with enough space between them. Advanced riders sail further out where the chop is more pronounced. The long beach offers tremendous space. Works from June to September.

Spot opening date · Required level

Spot opening date: Open all year round
Required level: Beginner

On the water

Turquoise Aegean Sea water, 22-26°C in summer. Lycra often sufficient in peak season, 2mm shorty if needed. Perfectly flat sandy bottom, barely ankle-deep water for the first 100 meters. Further out, gradual depth with moderate chop. Very reassuring conditions for learning. Clear water with good visibility.

Parking

Large free parking at Tingaki, easily accessible from the main Kos Town - Mastichari road. Several beach access points with roadside parking spaces. Hotels and restaurants along the beach also offer parking. Good general accessibility even in high season.

Wind specificities

Tingaki receives the Meltemi directly from N/NNW, onshore on this north coast. Wind is steady and well established in summer thanks to direct exposure to the Aegean Meltemi. Typical strength of 15-25 knots, slightly lighter than Mastichari (less pronounced Venturi effect with Kalymnos). Wind usually picks up around 11am, peaks between 2pm and 5pm, then eases in the evening. Reliable conditions from June to September. The onshore direction is ideal for beginners — wind always brings you back to the beach.

Hazards

Generally very safe spot. High traffic in peak season with many swimmers and tourists — respect swimming zones. Meltemi can build to 25+ knots, challenging for true beginners in such conditions. Watch for windsurfers and other water users. Strong sun exposure — sun protection and hydration essential. Some sea urchins possible in certain bottom areas.

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