Laguna Makax kitesurfing spot in Playa del Carmen
Laguna Makax kitesurfing spot in Playa del Carmen — photo 2
Laguna Makax kitesurfing spot in Playa del Carmen — photo 3

Laguna Makax

7.2
Open$$kite spotflat water

When to kitesurf Laguna Makax

Laguna Makax has no strongly reliable season; the windiest months are Mar, Nov and Dec: 3–4% of days reach 12 kt+, with 7–8 kt average daily wind, 27–29 °C water and 25–26 °C air.

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

About Laguna Makax

Laguna Makax is a sheltered lagoon in Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula offering consistently flat water ideal for learning and progression. The sandy beach launch provides easy access, and the calm conditions make it popular with beginners seeking a stress-free environment. Protected by natural barriers, the lagoon experiences reliable light to moderate winds during the season. The surrounding area offers basic amenities and a relaxed beach atmosphere.

Amenities

Sandy beach launchFlat water lagoonBasic beach facilities

Highlights

  • Flat lagoon water
  • Sandy beach launch
  • Beginner-friendly conditions
  • Light wind focus

Wind & conditions

  • Wind reliability0.4
  • Avg wind (peak months)8 kt
  • Water temp27–31 °C
  • Best seasonAround Mar

Season Stats

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

MonthWind chanceAvg windAir °CWater °C
Jan0%7.8 kt24.427.3
Feb0%8.1 kt25.127.1
Mar4%8.2 kt25.827
Apr2%8 kt26.927.7
May2%7.4 kt27.728.7
Jun0%7.1 kt27.829.9
Jul0%6.7 kt28.729.8
Aug1%6.8 kt28.530.2
Sep0%6 kt28.130.5
Oct0%6.6 kt27.630.4
Nov3%7.2 kt2629
Dec4%7.8 kt25.428.2

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Conditions score

Data-derived

7.2/10

  • 💨Wind reliability7.0
  • 💧Water conditions8.5
  • 🏖️Launch zone8.0
  • 🌴Scenery7.0
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.