# Caticlan

Kitesurfing spot in Boracay, Philippines.

> Caticlan in the Philippines offers variable wind conditions and suits intermediate riders comfortable with changing circumstances. The spot features both reef and beach launch options, allowing riders to adapt launch points based on tide and wind direction. The tropical location experiences monsoon influences, resulting in seasonal wind pattern shifts that reward local knowledge. Reef launches demand caution and experience, while beach alternatives provide safer progression grounds. The island setting provides scenic views and a relaxed community atmosphere, though infrastructure varies with season.

## Best time to kitesurf
Caticlan has no strongly reliable season; the windiest months are Dec–Feb: 18–32% of days reach 12 kt+, with 10–11 kt average daily wind, 27–29 °C water and 26–27 °C air.

| Month | Windy days (12 kt+) | Avg wind (kt) | Air °C | Water °C |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 32% | 10.9 | 25.7 | 27.3 |
| Feb | 18% | 10.2 | 25.9 | 27 |
| Mar | 10% | 9.6 | 26.6 | 27.3 |
| Apr | 1% | 8.3 | 27.3 | 29.2 |
| May | 6% | 7.5 | 28 | 30.3 |
| Jun | 2% | 6.3 | 27.8 | 30.1 |
| Jul | 18% | 8.5 | 27.3 | 30 |
| Aug | 10% | 7.9 | 27.5 | 29.4 |
| Sep | 3% | 7.3 | 27.3 | 29.8 |
| Oct | 10% | 7.9 | 27.2 | 30.1 |
| Nov | 8% | 9.4 | 27.1 | 29.6 |
| Dec | 29% | 10.6 | 26.5 | 28.7 |

## Highlights
- Reef and beach launch
- Variable wind challenge
- Intermediate focus
- Seasonal monsoon winds
- Island scenery

## Amenities
Beach facilities, Local services

## Location & contact
- Coordinates: 11.9386, 121.9536
- Destination guide: [Boracay](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/destinations/boracay)

# Nearby (within 50 km)

## Kite spots
- [Boracay  Island](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/boracay-island) — best Nov – Apr, 62–89% windy days, water 27–29 °C, choppy (4 km)

## Kite schools
- [Greenyard Kitesurfing Club](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/schools/greenyard-kitesurfing-club) — http://gy-kite.com/ (3 km)
- [Freestyle Academy Kitesurfing](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/schools/freestyle-academy-kitesurfing) — https://freestyle-boracay.com/ (4 km)
- [Habagat Kiteboarding Center](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/schools/habagat-kiteboarding-center) — http://www.kiteboracay.com/ (4 km)
- [Isla Kitesurfing and Wingfoiling School](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/schools/isla-kitesurfing-and-wingfoiling-school) — https://www.islakitesurfing.com/ (4 km)
- [Padayon Kitesurfing Center Center & Rental](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/schools/padayon-kitesurfing-center-center-rental) — http://www.padayonkiteboarding.com/ (4 km)

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Source page: https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/caticlan
Data & methodology: https://www.kitesurfspots.com/methodology
Monthly wind and temperature climatology is computed from Open-Meteo historical weather (3 years of daily data) and marine (sea-surface temperature) APIs. A windy day is a day whose maximum wind implies roughly 12 kt+ sustained. Listing details come from public kite-travel sources and Google Places, rewritten and reviewed.