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El Cabezo kitesurfing spot in Pozo Izquierdo
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El Cabezo

7.2
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When to kitesurf El Cabezo

El Cabezo has no strongly reliable season; the windiest months are Jan–Mar: 2–4% of days reach 12 kt+, with 7 kt average daily wind, 20–21 °C water and 14–15 °C air.

Open-Meteo climatology, 3-year average of daily data. How we calculate this

About El Cabezo

El Cabezo is a protected lagoon spot in the Canary Islands offering calm, shallow water ideal for progression. The flat conditions and sheltered setup make it perfect for beginners building foundational skills. Located on Gran Canaria, this lagoon benefits from consistent trade wind patterns throughout much of the year, though water can be cool. The sandy bottom and gradual depth are forgiving for learning, with minimal hazards. Local facilities support casual kitesurfing sessions.

Amenities

Shallow launch zoneCalm conditions

Highlights

  • Flat protected lagoon
  • Beginner-friendly
  • Shallow water
  • Consistent winds

Wind & conditions

  • Wind reliability0.3
  • Avg wind (peak months)7–8 kt
  • Water temp20–25 °C
  • Best seasonAround Jan

Season Stats

Typical month-by-month snapshot — use live forecasts before you go.

MonthWind chanceAvg windAir °CWater °C
Jan4%6.7 kt14.720.7
Feb2%6.6 kt14.319.6
Mar4%7 kt15.220
Apr1%6.5 kt1620.4
May0%7.1 kt17.321.3
Jun0%7.2 kt18.723.4
Jul0%7.6 kt19.723.9
Aug0%6.9 kt20.624.4
Sep0%6.3 kt20.625
Oct0%5.7 kt20.425.1
Nov0%6 kt17.923.4
Dec1%6.1 kt16.321.9

Other kite spots nearby

  • Tres Palmas2 km · best Jan – Nov · 64–100% windy days
  • Playa del Pozo6 km · best Jan – Nov · 64–100% windy days
  • Tenerife21 km · best Around Jan · 0% windy days

Conditions score

Data-derived

7.2/10

  • 💨Wind reliability7.5
  • 💧Water conditions7.8
  • 🚀Launch zone8.0
  • 🏔Scenery6.8
How this score is calculated

Location

Getting there

By car: Parking varies by spot — check local signs and kite school partners.

Shuttle: Many schools offer pickups from nearby towns.