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lesvos | skala kallonis kitesurf, wingfoil and windsurf spot

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Spot currently openBeginner levelAltitude 3 m 39.21 | 26.2

Overview

Skala Kallonis sits at the head of the Gulf of Kalloni, a large enclosed gulf in central Lesvos. It's the ideal spot for beginners thanks to flat, shallow water protected from swell by the enclosed gulf. The Meltemi crosses the island through mountain passes and enters the gulf in a channeled flow, offering consistent but moderate wind. The water is lake-flat, warm and shallow — perfect conditions for learning kitesurfing.

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Spot forecast for lesvos | skala kallonis

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< 7 kn7–12 kn13–20 kn21–30 kn31–40 kn41+ kn Gusts Your minimum: 7 kn

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lesvos | skala kallonis: when to go?

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Season · peak

122h

in June · 21.5 rideable days

The season runs from May to October, peaking in June: 19 rideable days a month and 122 hours of usable wind, at 30 °C. The low point is December, at 7 days.

Rideable days per month

0 10 20 30 January: 11.5 rideable days J February: 9 rideable days F March: 12.5 rideable days M April: 14 rideable days A May: 20.5 rideable days M June: 21.5 rideable days21.5 d J July: 18.5 rideable days J August: 16 rideable days A September: 21 rideable days S October: 15.5 rideable days O November: 10 rideable days N December: 7 rideable days7 d D 0 10 20 30 January: 11.5 rideable days J February: 9 rideable days F March: 12.5 rideable days M April: 14 rideable days A May: 20.5 rideable days M June: 21.5 rideable days21.5 d J July: 18.5 rideable days J August: 16 rideable days A September: 21 rideable days S October: 15.5 rideable days O November: 10 rideable days N December: 7 rideable days7 d D

Wind strength when it is rideable

7-12 knots · 91%13-20 knots · 9%21-30 knots · under 1%

When the spot works, wind sits mostly between 7 and 12 knots — 91% of rideable hours. Big-kite territory. The coldest month is February, at 13 °C. The wettest month is December, with 107 mm.

Monthly averages: lesvos | skala kallonis
Monthly averages — lesvos | skala kallonis — averaged over 2 years of records — Weather data by Open-Meteo.com — How it is calculated
Month Rideable days Usable wind Temperature Rain
January 11.5 74 h 14 °C 74 mm
February 9.0 64 h 13 °C 35 mm
March 12.5 89 h 18 °C 58 mm
April 14.0 88 h 21 °C 29 mm
May 20.5 128 h 25 °C 21 mm
June 21.5 122 h 33 °C 0 mm
July 18.5 123 h 35 °C 4 mm
August 16.0 110 h 34 °C 1 mm
September 21.0 113 h 29 °C 16 mm
October 15.5 72 h 23 °C 61 mm
November 10.0 66 h 18 °C 87 mm
December 7.0 54 h 14 °C 107 mm

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Technical details of lesvos | skala kallonis spot

N: Rideable NNE: Not rideable NE: Not rideable ENE: Not rideable E: Not rideable ESE: Not rideable SE: Not rideable SSE: Not rideable S: Rideable SSW: Rideable SW: Rideable WSW: Rideable W: Rideable WNW: Rideable NW: Rideable NNW: Rideable N E S W

The spot works with winds from N, S, SSW, SW, WSW, W, WNW, NW, NNW.

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Spot functioning

Rideable May to September. Wind picks up early afternoon, often a bit later than on the west coast. Launch from the gulf shore, sandy and muddy bottom. Shallow water (you can stand over large areas). Ideal for kite lessons. Water sports centers present in season. Plan for 10-14m² kites (lighter wind than the west coast).

Spot opening date · Required level
Spot opening date
Open all year round
Required level
Beginner
On the water

Flat water — enclosed gulf with no waves or swell. This is the spot's main asset. Sandy and muddy bottom, shallow (50cm-1.5m over large areas). Warm water in summer (25-27°C). Flat water conditions ideal for freestyle and learning. The muddy bottom can be unpleasant to walk on.

Parking

Parking in Skala Kallonis village. Parking along the waterfront and in public car parks. Paved access from Kalloni and Mytilini. The village has shops, restaurants and accommodation.

Wind specificities

The Gulf of Kalloni channels wind uniquely. The Meltemi (N/NNE) crosses the island through mountain passes and enters the gulf spreading fan-like. At the gulf's head (Skala Kallonis), wind arrives mainly from NW/W/WNW, channeled by the gulf's topography. Wind is typically 5-10 knots weaker than at Sigri (west coast): 10-18 knots in normal conditions. This makes it ideal for beginners and intermediates. The gulf filters gusts, offering smoother wind.

Hazards

Muddy bottom: watch for cuts (shells, debris) and jellyfish. The bottom can be soft and unstable to stand on. No major dangers thanks to the enclosed gulf. Some fishing boats. Turbid water in places. Intense heat in summer — stay well hydrated.

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