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Lac de Monteynard-Avignonet kitesurf spot
France · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Overview
The Lac de Monteynard-Avignonet is one of the most renowned kitesurf spots in the French Alps, famous for its powerful and consistent south wind (locally called "le Vent du Sud" or "Vent de Sisteron"). The lake, a reservoir at 483m altitude in the Trièves valley (Isère), is perfectly oriented to funnel this thermal wind that blows almost daily in spring and summer.
Wind speeds regularly reach 25–40 knots, making this spot suitable for experienced riders. The water surface is flat to choppy depending on conditions. Multiple launch zones around the lake including this central area.
Spot forecast for Lac de Monteynard-Avignonet
Sunrise 07:59 · Sunset 18:44
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Lac de Monteynard-Avignonet: when to go?
Rideable days and hours computed for a minimum wind of 7 knots · log in to set your own (foil, twin-tip…)
180h
in April · 22 rideable days
The season runs from March to August, peaking in April: 20 rideable days a month and 180 hours of usable wind, at 22 °C. The low point is December, at 4.5 days.
Rideable days per month
Wind strength when it is rideable
When the spot works, wind sits mostly between 7 and 12 knots — 86% of rideable hours. Big-kite territory. The coldest month is January, at 8 °C. The wettest month is September, with 115 mm.
Monthly averages: Lac de Monteynard-Avignonet
| Month | Rideable days | Usable wind | Temperature | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6.0 | 39 h | 8 °C | 100 mm |
| February | 11.5 | 68 h | 11 °C | 37 mm |
| March | 20.5 | 133 h | 14 °C | 65 mm |
| April | 22.0 | 180 h | 17 °C | 86 mm |
| May | 17.5 | 127 h | 20 °C | 90 mm |
| June | 17.0 | 118 h | 26 °C | 51 mm |
| July | 22.0 | 153 h | 27 °C | 55 mm |
| August | 19.0 | 131 h | 28 °C | 27 mm |
| September | 14.5 | 81 h | 20 °C | 115 mm |
| October | 12.0 | 66 h | 17 °C | 97 mm |
| November | 11.5 | 67 h | 12 °C | 78 mm |
| December | 4.5 | 34 h | 8 °C | 73 mm |
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Technical details of Lac de Monteynard-Avignonet spot
The spot works with winds from N, S, NNW.
Spot opening date · Required level
- Spot opening date
- Open all year round
- Required level
- Advanced
Hazards
Very strong winds — gusts can exceed 40 knots. Not suitable for beginners. The surrounding terrain is steep and rugged. Be very careful about shore hazards and always ride with others. Check forecasts carefully before going out.
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