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Rhodos | Kalavarda kitesurf, wingfoil and windsurf spot
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Overview
Kalavarda is a kitesurfing spot on the west coast of Rhodes, among the southernmost on the island's west strip. This pebble and sand beach offers NW/W Meltemi conditions side-onshore, in a markedly less touristy setting than the north of the island. The agricultural village of Kalavarda is authentic and quiet. The spot suits self-sufficient intermediate riders looking for an uncrowded riding area with reliable Meltemi. Views of offshore islands add to the charm.
Spot forecast for Rhodos | Kalavarda
Sunrise 07:19 · Sunset 18:26
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Rhodos | Kalavarda: when to go?
Rideable days and hours computed for a minimum wind of 7 knots · log in to set your own (foil, twin-tip…)
211h
in July · 27 rideable days
The season runs from April to September, peaking in July: 24 rideable days a month and 211 hours of usable wind, at 29 °C. The low point is November, 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 — 89% of rideable hours. Big-kite territory. The coldest month is February, at 16 °C. The wettest month is December, with 57 mm.
Monthly averages: Rhodos | Kalavarda
| Month | Rideable days | Usable wind | Temperature | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12.5 | 98 h | 17 °C | 55 mm |
| February | 16.5 | 158 h | 16 °C | 16 mm |
| March | 14.5 | 156 h | 20 °C | 20 mm |
| April | 22.5 | 196 h | 22 °C | 45 mm |
| May | 21.0 | 250 h | 25 °C | 17 mm |
| June | 22.5 | 177 h | 32 °C | 0 mm |
| July | 27.0 | 211 h | 33 °C | 0 mm |
| August | 25.0 | 257 h | 32 °C | 0 mm |
| September | 26.0 | 262 h | 29 °C | 0 mm |
| October | 17.5 | 134 h | 25 °C | 8 mm |
| November | 11.0 | 86 h | 21 °C | 23 mm |
| December | 11.5 | 94 h | 17 °C | 57 mm |
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Technical details of Rhodos | Kalavarda spot
The spot works with winds from N, WSW, W, WNW, NW, NNW.
Spot functioning
Kalavarda works with the NW/W Meltemi side-onshore. Open riding area, very quiet in terms of traffic. No water sports center — total self-sufficiency. Moderate chop, intermediate conditions. Works from June to September.
Spot opening date · Required level
- Spot opening date
- Open all year round
- Required level
- Intermediate
On the water
Aegean Sea, 22-26°C in summer. 2mm shorty or lycra. Pebble/sand/rock bottom. Moderate chop. Weak to moderate current along the coast.
Parking
Roadside parking at Kalavarda. Access from the west coast road. Very few facilities. Car essential.
Wind specificities
NW to W Meltemi, side-onshore on this west coast. 15-22 knots in summer, slightly lighter than the northern corridor spots. Afternoon thermal reinforcement. The coast starts curving south here, slightly modifying the wind angle. Season from June to September.
Hazards
Isolated spot with no rescue or supervision — never sail alone. Pebbles and rocks. Wind can build to 25 knots. Coastal current. Strong sun exposure. Total self-sufficiency required.
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