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Faros Epanomis kitesurf, wingfoil and windsurf spot
Greece
Overview
Faros Epanomis is a spot at the Cape of Epanomi, south of the Thermaikos Gulf, between the Angelohori peninsula and the Chalkidiki coast. This lighthouse (Faros) marks a cape that separates the Thermaikos Gulf from the Gulf of Thessaloniki. The cape position offers exceptional multi-directional exposure, with a wind acceleration effect around the headland. The Vardaris (N/NNW) is the dominant wind, but the cape position also captures south and southwesterly winds.
Spot forecast for Faros Epanomis
Sunrise 07:44 · Sunset 18:41
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Faros Epanomis: when to go?
Rideable days and hours computed for a minimum wind of 7 knots · log in to set your own (foil, twin-tip…)
242h
in July · 30.5 rideable days
The season runs from April to September, peaking in July: 26 rideable days a month and 242 hours of usable wind, at 29 °C. The low point is February, at 11 days.
Rideable days per month
Wind strength when it is rideable
When the spot works, wind sits mostly between 7 and 12 knots — 84% of rideable hours. Big-kite territory. The coldest month is January, at 11 °C. The wettest month is December, with 112 mm.
Monthly averages: Faros Epanomis
| Month | Rideable days | Usable wind | Temperature | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15.0 | 124 h | 11 °C | 54 mm |
| February | 11.0 | 75 h | 13 °C | 23 mm |
| March | 19.0 | 128 h | 17 °C | 56 mm |
| April | 21.0 | 139 h | 21 °C | 49 mm |
| May | 28.5 | 224 h | 24 °C | 40 mm |
| June | 28.5 | 218 h | 32 °C | 4 mm |
| July | 30.5 | 242 h | 35 °C | 8 mm |
| August | 27.0 | 201 h | 32 °C | 10 mm |
| September | 22.0 | 141 h | 28 °C | 23 mm |
| October | 15.5 | 125 h | 22 °C | 46 mm |
| November | 14.0 | 102 h | 17 °C | 70 mm |
| December | 15.0 | 111 h | 12 °C | 112 mm |
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Technical details of Faros Epanomis spot
The spot works with winds from N, NNE, NE, SE, SSE, S, SSW, SW, NW, NNW.
Spot functioning
Launch from beaches around the cape — choose the side based on wind direction for side-shore or side-onshore conditions. In Vardaris (N/NNW), the southeast beach offers the best conditions. In SE/S wind, the north or northwest beach is more suitable. Open sailing area with good fetch in all directions. The cape offers more committed conditions than the protected neighbouring beaches.
Spot opening date · Required level
- Spot opening date
- Open all year round
- Required level
- Intermediate
On the water
Moderate to sustained chop depending on wind direction and strength. The significant Thermaikos Gulf fetch (20+ km) allows wave development in strong wind. Around the cape, currents and wave refraction create technical conditions. Clear and deep water near the cape.
Parking
Access from Epanomi via the road leading to the lighthouse. Parking available along the road or in areas near the cape. Semi-isolated area — bring water and provisions.
Wind specificities
The cape effect creates a 15-25% wind acceleration compared to surrounding spots. The Vardaris (N/NNW) is the dominant wind, arriving powerfully from the Vardar valley. SE and S winds rise up the Thermaikos Gulf and reach the cape with force. SW winds wrap around the peninsula and are accelerated around the cape. This unique position allows riding in almost all wind directions, except direct east (land). Reliable afternoon thermals in summer.
Hazards
Acceleration effect around the cape — wind stronger than expected. Currents around the cape, reinforced in strong wind. Submerged rocks near the lighthouse and cape. Technical conditions — spot not recommended for beginners in strong wind. Maritime traffic in the gulf. Semi-isolated spot.
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