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Biville, France

Channel islands, United Kingdom

Beginner Ocean Flat Water Ocean

About Biville, France

Biville delivers 210 windy days yearly with forgiving flat water—but Channel tides are unforgiving. Time your window wrong and you're launching into fast-dropping depths or fighting sideways current.

Avg wind

13.6 kts

Peak season

13.6 kts

Windy days/yr

210.5

Peak hours

08:00–11:00

Monthly wind profile

Jan
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Nov
Dec

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

Best months

DecFebSepNovJanOctMarAprAugMayJunJul

Wind directions

WSWSWSENEW

Amenities

Local kitesurfing schools and rental shops in nearby St. Peter PortBeach cafes and restaurants within walking distanceParking and basic facilities at the beachAccommodation options in Guernsey villages

Hazards

Strong tidal currents common in Channel Islands waters requiring awareness of tide timesShallow flat water areas with potential underwater obstacles and seaweedOccasional shipping traffic and ferries in the shipping lanes nearbyCold water temperatures year-round increasing hypothermia risk

Launch notes

The flat water and open beach make for easy launching in most conditions. Best launch with SW to W winds; avoid launching during strong onshore S/ENE winds that can create choppy conditions.

Gear & clothing

Gear · Use 14-17m kites for the moderate 13.6kt average winds; a freestyle or all-around board works well in flat water. Consider a larger kite as backup for lighter wind days.

Clothing · Wear a 5/4mm wetsuit year-round; water temperatures stay cold even in summer (12-15°C). Add a hood during winter months (Dec-Feb) for extra protection.

Crowd & etiquette

Respect local kite zones and share the water with other water sports enthusiasts common to Channel Islands beaches. Check local regulations as some areas may have restrictions on peak tourist season.

Additional notes

Plan sessions around tidal windows as they significantly affect water depth and launch conditions. Check local wind forecasts regularly as the Channel Islands can experience rapid weather changes due to Atlantic weather systems.

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