Overview

Varcaturo is one of the most popular kitesurfing spots in the Naples region, located on the Domizio coastline north of the city. The long sandy beach stretches facing the Tyrrhenian Sea, offering plenty of space for kiters. The spot is very popular with Neapolitan riders for its proximity to the city and regular wind conditions. The main winds are the Maestrale (NW, side-shore) and Libeccio (SW, side-shore), which blow well on this west/southwest-facing coast. In Ponente (W), the wind arrives onshore with waves. The atmosphere is relaxed with several kite schools set up on the beach. It is the reference spot for kiters in the Naples region.

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Spot forecast for Varcaturo

Sunrise 07:20 · Sunset 18:16

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Wave height: < 0.5 m 0.5–1 m 1–2 m 2–3 m ≥ 3 m

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Varcaturo: when to go?

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Season · peak

197h

in August · 31 rideable days

The season runs from March to September, peaking in August: 26 rideable days a month and 197 hours of usable wind, at 25 °C. The low point is December, at 3 days.

Rideable days per month

Wind strength when it is rideable

7-12 knots · 93%13-20 knots · 7%21-30 knots · under 1%

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 14 °C. The wettest month is September, with 102 mm.

Monthly averages: Varcaturo

Monthly averages — Varcaturo — averaged over 2 years of records — Weather data by Open-Meteo.com — How it is calculated
Month	Rideable days	Usable wind	Temperature	Rain
January	9.5	65 h	14 °C	74 mm
February	8.5	51 h	15 °C	78 mm
March	19.0	119 h	17 °C	101 mm
April	23.5	141 h	20 °C	36 mm
May	27.5	207 h	22 °C	46 mm
June	28.5	198 h	29 °C	5 mm
July	30.5	202 h	31 °C	14 mm
August	31.0	197 h	31 °C	18 mm
September	24.0	131 h	27 °C	102 mm
October	9.5	70 h	22 °C	76 mm
November	5.0	38 h	18 °C	88 mm
December	3.0	28 h	15 °C	62 mm

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Technical details of Varcaturo spot

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

Depending on conditions: N, SSE, S.

RideableDepending on conditions Not rideable

Spot functioning

The spot works all year round. The best conditions are in autumn and spring with Maestrale disturbances. In summer, sea thermals complement the synoptic winds. Easy launch from the sandy beach. Several kite schools on site.

Spot opening date · Required level

Spot opening date: Open all year round
Required level: Intermediate

On the water

Open body of water on the Tyrrhenian Sea. Waves possible in strong westerly wind. Short chop in Maestrale. Water fairly warm in summer (24-26°C), cool in winter (14°C). Sandy bottom with progressive depth.

Parking

Large parking along the beach at Varcaturo. Easy access from the coastal road. Parking often free or with modest fees. Space for vans and motorhomes.

Wind specificities

The spot works mainly with Maestrale (NW) and Libeccio (SW) blowing side-shore. The Ponente (W) arrives onshore with waves. In summer, a sea thermal can strengthen the wind in the afternoon. The Scirocco (SE) is offshore and does not work well here.

Hazards

Shore break from western swell. Coastal currents in strong wind. Swimming area to respect in summer. Sandy bottom with occasional debris. Watch out for water quality after heavy rain.

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