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Elounda kitesurf, wingfoil and windsurf spot
Greece
Overview
Elounda is a kitesurfing spot in the northwestern part of Mirabello Bay, on the northeast coast of Crete. This renowned seaside resort offers a magnificent setting with views of Spinalonga island and its Venetian fortresses.
The Meltemi penetrates the bay from N/NNW, but the protection of the Spinalonga peninsula and coastal terrain partially attenuates the wind. Conditions are accessible to intermediates with relatively flat water in the sheltered area.
Spot forecast for Elounda
Sunrise 07:27 · Sunset 18:36
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Elounda: when to go?
Rideable days and hours computed for a minimum wind of 7 knots · log in to set your own (foil, twin-tip…)
216h
in June · 19 rideable days
The season runs from June to October, peaking in June: 17 rideable days a month and 216 hours of usable wind, at 30 °C. The low point is January, at 9.5 days.
Rideable days per month
Wind strength when it is rideable
When the spot works, wind sits mostly between 13 and 20 knots — 50% of rideable hours. That is the most versatile range, where most kites work. The coldest month is February, at 16 °C. The wettest month is January, with 30 mm.
Monthly averages: Elounda
| Month | Rideable days | Usable wind | Temperature | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9.5 | 90 h | 17 °C | 30 mm |
| February | 12.5 | 137 h | 16 °C | 19 mm |
| March | 10.5 | 90 h | 20 °C | 14 mm |
| April | 12.0 | 124 h | 22 °C | 29 mm |
| May | 12.0 | 118 h | 26 °C | 10 mm |
| June | 19.0 | 216 h | 32 °C | 0 mm |
| July | 18.5 | 216 h | 33 °C | 0 mm |
| August | 18.5 | 196 h | 32 °C | 2 mm |
| September | 16.0 | 186 h | 29 °C | 0 mm |
| October | 14.5 | 121 h | 25 °C | 4 mm |
| November | 10.0 | 92 h | 21 °C | 5 mm |
| December | 11.5 | 102 h | 18 °C | 21 mm |
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Technical details of Elounda spot
The spot works with winds from N, NNE, NW, NNW.
Spot functioning
Launching from beaches around Elounda. Sailing area in the bay protected by Spinalonga. Watch for maritime traffic (excursion boats to Spinalonga very frequent in summer).
Works from June to September. Foiling (wingfoil, windfoil) is particularly suited on moderate wind days.
Spot opening date · Required level
- Spot opening date
- Open all year round
- Required level
- Intermediate
On the water
Semi-flat water in the area protected by Spinalonga. Light chop. Sandy and rocky bottom. Variable depth. Crystal clear water typical of eastern Crete.
Parking
Parking in the Elounda resort area. Numerous tourist facilities (restaurants, hotels, shops). Easy access from Agios Nikolaos (10km).
Wind specificities
Meltemi arrives from N/NNW but is partially filtered by the Spinalonga peninsula and coastal terrain. Typical strength 10-20 knots, less strong than open sea. Wind can be irregular with wind shadow zones.
Best conditions in the afternoon when thermal reinforcement adds to the Meltemi. Less reliable for strong wind than Kouremenos but more accessible.
Hazards
INTENSE maritime traffic in summer (excursion boats to Spinalonga, fishing boats). Respect navigation channels. Designated swimming areas – do not sail in these zones. Rocky bottom in places.
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