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Νέα Μεσαγκαλα - Ζμπούκα kitesurf, wingfoil and windsurf spot
Greece
Overview
Nea Mesagkala - Zbouka is a spot on the east coast of Thessaly, very close to Stomio, at the exit of the Tempi valley. This spot shares the same characteristics as its neighbours: the Venturi effect of the Tempi valley (Vardaris channeled between Olympus and Ossa) and direct exposure to the Meltemi (NE/E) from the Aegean Sea. The beach offers an alternative to Stomio and Poroi with similar conditions.
Spot forecast for Νέα Μεσαγκαλα - Ζμπούκα
Sunrise 07:44 · Sunset 18:43
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Νέα Μεσαγκαλα - Ζμπούκα: when to go?
Rideable days and hours computed for a minimum wind of 7 knots · log in to set your own (foil, twin-tip…)
87h
in August · 18 rideable days
The season runs from July to September, peaking in August: 16 rideable days a month and 87 hours of usable wind, at 28 °C. The low point is November, at 4 days.
Rideable days per month
Wind strength when it is rideable
When the spot works, wind sits mostly between 7 and 12 knots — 93% of rideable hours. Big-kite territory. The coldest month is January, at 10 °C. The wettest month is December, with 270 mm.
Monthly averages: Νέα Μεσαγκαλα - Ζμπούκα
| Month | Rideable days | Usable wind | Temperature | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6.5 | 52 h | 10 °C | 66 mm |
| February | 4.5 | 34 h | 11 °C | 74 mm |
| March | 6.0 | 35 h | 15 °C | 83 mm |
| April | 10.0 | 50 h | 18 °C | 72 mm |
| May | 12.5 | 70 h | 21 °C | 61 mm |
| June | 8.5 | 49 h | 29 °C | 1 mm |
| July | 15.5 | 80 h | 31 °C | 2 mm |
| August | 18.0 | 87 h | 29 °C | 7 mm |
| September | 13.5 | 71 h | 25 °C | 67 mm |
| October | 8.0 | 58 h | 20 °C | 51 mm |
| November | 4.0 | 20 h | 15 °C | 59 mm |
| December | 6.5 | 57 h | 11 °C | 270 mm |
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Technical details of Νέα Μεσαγκαλα - Ζμπούκα spot
The spot works with winds from N, NNE, NE, ENE, E, ESE, SE, NNW.
Spot functioning
Launch from the east-facing sandy beach. In Meltemi (NE/E onshore), accessible conditions with waves and chop. ⚠️ In Vardaris (NNW offshore), dangerous conditions for non-experienced — the wind pushes out to sea. The spot works best in moderate east/NE wind. Sandy bottom, progressive depth.
Spot opening date · Required level
- Spot opening date
- Open all year round
- Required level
- Intermediate
On the water
Moderate to sustained chop in east/NE onshore wind. Waves possible with the Aegean fetch. In moderate wind, pleasant conditions. Northern Aegean water. Sandy bottom.
Parking
Access from the coastal road between Stomio and the Mesagkala area. Parking along the road or in areas near the beach. Rural area with few services.
Wind specificities
Same wind regime as neighbouring Stomio and Poroi. The Vardaris (NNW) is channeled and accelerated by the Tempi valley (Venturi effect 20-40%), blowing offshore on the coast. The Meltemi (NE/E) from the Aegean arrives onshore to side-onshore. The two regimes often alternate during the day. The Venturi effect diminishes further from the valley axis — this spot may be slightly less impacted than Stomio depending on its exact position relative to the valley exit.
Hazards
⚠️ OFFSHORE wind in Vardaris — same danger as at Stomio. Venturi effect can generate gusts at 40+ knots. Shore break and swell in strong east wind. Possible current along the coast. Pineios river current nearby. Never sail alone in offshore Vardaris.
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