When is the best time to kite at Carrubo, Italy?

The best months at Carrubo, Italy are Mar, Jul, Apr, Feb, Dec, Jan.

What level is Carrubo, Italy suitable for?

Carrubo, Italy is rated Intermediate for kiters.

What is the water like at Carrubo, Italy?

Carrubo, Italy has Ocean, Choppy conditions.

Kite spot

Carrubo, Italy

Name: Carrubo, Italy
Address: Roma, Italy

Roma, Italy

Intermediate Ocean Choppy Ocean

About Carrubo, Italy

Carrubo is choppy, current-heavy Mediterranean kiting near Rome's shipping lanes. Workable wind 56 days/year. Intermediate skills required.

Avg wind

8.7 kts

Peak season

8.7 kts

Windy days/yr

Peak hours

15:00–18:00

Monthly wind profile

Jan

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Nov

Dec

Bars = average wind speed in knots. Solid = best months.

Best months

MarJulAprFebDecJan

Wind directions

WESEWNWSEWSW

Amenities

Nearby coastal towns with restaurants and accommodation optionsLocal beach facilities and parking areas for water sports enthusiastsEquipment rental shops in surrounding seaside communities

Hazards

Choppy ocean conditions with strong currents require careful navigation and awarenessOccasional boat traffic in this coastal area near Rome demands vigilanceRocky outcrops and uneven underwater terrain common in Tyrrhenian Sea locations

Launch notes

Launch from the beach during westerly winds (W, WNW, WSW) for the most consistent offshore flow. Choppy conditions mean expect wind chop and shore break; pick your entry timing carefully.

Gear & clothing

Gear · Use 14-17m kites given the 8.7kt average winds; bring multiple sizes to cover variable conditions across the 56 windy days yearly. A freestyle or wave board handles choppy water better than a cruising board.

Clothing · A 3/2mm wetsuit is suitable for most months; upgrade to 4/3mm for winter sessions (Dec-Feb). Water temperature in the Tyrrhenian Sea averages 13-15°C in winter and 22-24°C in summer.

Crowd & etiquette

Respect local fishing areas and share the beach with other water sports users. Keep communication open with other kiters to avoid tangles in the choppy conditions.

Additional notes

The best wind windows are March, April, July, and December—plan trips around these peak months. Check local weather forecasts carefully as Mediterranean wind patterns can be unpredictable; ESE and SE winds also produce rideable conditions.

Features

Intermediate Spot

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