# El Cabezo

Kitesurfing spot in Pozo Izquierdo, Spain.

> 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.

## Best time to kitesurf
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.

| Month | Windy days (12 kt+) | Avg wind (kt) | Air °C | Water °C |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 4% | 6.7 | 14.7 | 20.7 |
| Feb | 2% | 6.6 | 14.3 | 19.6 |
| Mar | 4% | 7 | 15.2 | 20 |
| Apr | 1% | 6.5 | 16 | 20.4 |
| May | 0% | 7.1 | 17.3 | 21.3 |
| Jun | 0% | 7.2 | 18.7 | 23.4 |
| Jul | 0% | 7.6 | 19.7 | 23.9 |
| Aug | 0% | 6.9 | 20.6 | 24.4 |
| Sep | 0% | 6.3 | 20.6 | 25 |
| Oct | 0% | 5.7 | 20.4 | 25.1 |
| Nov | 0% | 6 | 17.9 | 23.4 |
| Dec | 1% | 6.1 | 16.3 | 21.9 |

## Highlights
- Flat protected lagoon
- Beginner-friendly
- Shallow water
- Consistent winds

## Amenities
Shallow launch zone, Calm conditions

## Location & contact
- Coordinates: 28.3878, -16.3042
- Destination guide: [Pozo Izquierdo](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/destinations/pozo-izquierdo)

# Nearby (within 50 km)

## Kite spots
- [Tres Palmas](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/tres-palmas) — best Jan – Nov, 64–100% windy days, 13–19 kt, water 20–25 °C (2 km)
- [Playa del Pozo](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/playa-del-pozo) — best Jan – Nov, 64–100% windy days, 13–19 kt, water 20–25 °C (6 km)
- [Tenerife](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/destinations/tenerife) — best around Jan, 0% windy days, 4–5 kt, water 20–21 °C, choppy/waves (21 km)

## Kite schools
- [Kitesurf 313 Wingfoil Surf Shop](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/schools/kitesurf-313-wingfoil-surf-shop) — https://kitesurf313.com/ (44 km)
- [Kite Hub Tenerife: centro de kitesurf y deportes acuáticos](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/schools/kite-hub-tenerife-centro-de-kitesurf-y-deportes-acuaticos) — https://kitehubtenerife.com/ (45 km)
- [Red Rock Surf Academy](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/schools/red-rock-surf-academy) — http://www.redrocksurf.com/ (45 km)
- [SOGNICANARIAS WATERSPORTS](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/schools/sognicanarias-watersports) — http://www.sognicanarias.com/ (45 km)
- [SUNSET AND SURF KITE SCHOOL](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/schools/sunset-and-surf-kite-school) — https://tenerifekitewingschool.com/ (45 km)

## Kite shops
- [Tenerife Windsurf Solution](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/shops/tenerife-windsurf-solution) — http://www.tws-windsurf.com/ (45 km)

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Source page: https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/el-cabezo
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.