# French Cay

Kitesurfing spot in Roatán, Honduras.

> French Cay near the northern bay offers shallow flats punctuated by occasional chop, creating an accessible environment for beginner to intermediate progression. The water clarity and sandy bottom provide confidence during foundational practice and early skill building. Occasional texture keeps sessions interesting without overwhelming learners. The location's northern exposure brings reliable trade winds during dry-season months. Shallow depths and forgiving conditions make this spot valuable for riders transitioning from pure flat water to slightly textured conditions.

## Best time to kitesurf
The best months to kitesurf French Cay are Jan–Aug: 66–84% of days reach 12 kt+, with 13–15 kt average daily wind, 27–30 °C water and 26–28 °C air.

| Month | Windy days (12 kt+) | Avg wind (kt) | Air °C | Water °C |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 66% | 13 | 25.7 | 27.3 |
| Feb | 71% | 13.9 | 25.7 | 27 |
| Mar | 75% | 14.6 | 26.2 | 27.3 |
| Apr | 82% | 14.8 | 27 | 27.6 |
| May | 73% | 14.2 | 27.8 | 28.7 |
| Jun | 74% | 14.3 | 28.1 | 29.6 |
| Jul | 84% | 14.1 | 28 | 29.2 |
| Aug | 68% | 12.6 | 28.2 | 29.8 |
| Sep | 44% | 11.9 | 28.5 | 30.4 |
| Oct | 35% | 11.1 | 28.2 | 30.4 |
| Nov | 29% | 10.7 | 26.8 | 28.8 |
| Dec | 58% | 12.2 | 26.3 | 28.5 |

## Highlights
- Shallow flats with light texture
- Sandy bottom transparency
- Beginner to intermediate range
- Consistent seasonal winds

## Amenities
Sandy bottom area, Shallow water clarity, Northern exposure

## Location & contact
- Coordinates: 16.3856, -86.5917
- Destination guide: [Roatán](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/destinations/honduras-bay-islands)

# Nearby (within 50 km)

## Kite spots
- [West Bay Beach](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/west-bay-beach) — best Dec – Aug, 60–85% windy days, 12–15 kt, water 27–30 °C (8 km)
- [Sandy Bay](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/sandy-bay) — best Dec – Aug, 60–85% windy days, 12–15 kt, water 27–30 °C (10 km)
- [Half Moon Bay](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/half-moon-bay-2) — best Jan – Aug, 66–85% windy days, 13–15 kt, water 27–30 °C (12 km)
- [Camp Bay](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/camp-bay) — best Jan – Aug, 66–85% windy days, 13–15 kt, water 27–30 °C (15 km)

## Kite schools
- [Kitesurf Roatan](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/schools/kitesurf-roatan) — https://www.kitesurfroatan.com/ (32 km)

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Source page: https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/french-cay
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.