San Andres · Colombia
San Andres Island / El Paraiso, Colombia
14.3kts
ENE · Windsaison
San Andrés serves up 247+ windy days annually with locked-in ENE winds. Early mornings are smooth; midday gets choppy. Reef hazards and strong currents demand local knowledge.
- 14.3kts
- Durchschnittswind
- 248
- Windtage / Jahr
- 08:00–11:00
- Beste Windzeit
- ENE
- Hauptwindrichtung
Lage
- Nächste Flughäfen
- Airport - San Andres Island
- Koordinaten
- 12.5219, -81.7138
Monatliches Windprofil (Peak-Fenster)
Jan
94%
fahrbar
17.6 kts
Feb
88%
fahrbar
17.3 kts
Mär
52%
fahrbar
15.2 kts
Apr
72%
fahrbar
16.4 kts
Mai
73%
fahrbar
16 kts
Jun
70%
fahrbar
16.4 kts
Jul
94%
fahrbar
17.3 kts
Aug
66%
fahrbar
15.3 kts
Sep
33%
fahrbar
14.1 kts
Okt
27%
fahrbar
15.4 kts
Nov
55%
fahrbar
15.6 kts
Dez
90%
fahrbar
16.9 kts
Beste Windrichtungen
- ENE
- NE
- E
- NNE
- N
Wasserbedingungen
- Ocean
- Choppy
Beste Monate
Gefahren
- Choppy ocean conditions with strong currents around the island
- Shallow reef areas and coral formations requiring careful navigation
- Occasional tropical storms during shoulder seasons with sudden wind shifts
- Boat traffic in the channel between San Andrés and nearby waters
Was das für dich heißt
- Riffschuhe bei Ebbe empfohlen
- Starke Strömung — upwind zurücklaufen, nicht abtreiben lassen
- Auf ankernde Boote und markierte Fahrrinnen achten
- Im Stehbereich auf Finnen und Leinen achten
Ausstattung
- Beach bars and restaurants near El Paraiso beach area
- Kite schools and equipment rental shops in San Andrés town
- Hotels and accommodations within walking distance of launch points
- Local shops for basic supplies and repairs
Lokale Tipps
San Andrés has excellent wind consistency with 247+ windy days annually, making it highly reliable. Check local weather for hurricane season impacts and plan trips during the listed best months for optimal conditions.
Einstieg & Strand
El Paraiso offers direct beach access with consistent ENE to NE winds ideal for launching. Watch for choppy conditions during midday; early morning launches provide smoother water despite lighter winds.
Lokale Regeln
Respect the established launch zones and stay clear of swimmers and snorkelers in the shallow reef areas. Local spots can get crowded during peak season; communicate with other riders and share the space respectfully.
Was anziehen
A 3mm wetsuit is suitable year-round due to warm Caribbean waters (28-30°C). Rash guards or lightweight tops provide sun protection in the intense tropical sun.
Was einpacken
Kite-Größen
- 14–17 mLeichtwind, unter 14 kn
- 11–14 mtypische Sessions, 14–22 kn
- 8–10 mstarke Tage, 20–28 kn
Boards
- Twintip — universell, gehört ins Gepäck
- Hydrofoil — Leichtwind-Spot, fahrbar ab ca. 10 kn
Was anziehen (nach Klima)
- Im Wasser
- Boardshorts oder Bikini mit Rashguard oder UV-Shirt.
- An Land
- Leichte Baumwolle; Regenjacke einpacken, wenn die Saison in die Regenzeit fällt.
Abgeleitet aus dem Breitengrad des Spots (tropische Zone) und der aktuellen Saison.
Vorfahrt & Verhalten
- 1Wer ins Wasser startet, hat Vorrang vor Ridern, die reinkommen.
- 2Der Luv-Rider weicht aus — Kite hoch halten, wenn du über einem tiefen Rider passierst.
- 3Steuerbordbug (rechte Hand vorn) hat Vorfahrt beim Kreuzen.
- 4Wer überholt, hält sich aus der Linie des langsameren Riders.
- 5Wellenreiten: Der Rider in der Welle hat sie — kein Drop-in.
Spot-Guide
The Experience
El Paraiso beach is your launch point. The trade wind here is relentless and onshore—you won't find nuance or wind variety, but you will find consistency. ENE to NE dominates year-round. Midday chop builds fast once the sun gets high and thermal activity kicks in. Early sessions are noticeably cleaner.
Wind & Conditions
247+ windy days annually puts San Andrés in the reliable tier. January through August is steadiest, but wind appears almost every month. The tradeoff: locked onshore direction means you're riding whatever swell window exists, not playing with multiple swells. Late afternoon often gets blown out.
The Water
Reef and shallow coral scatter throughout the launch zone and beyond. You need a guide or local intel to find safe lanes—this isn't optional. Currents run hard, especially toward the mainland channel. Boat traffic adds another layer of awareness needed. Warm water year-round is the only unambiguous advantage.
Who It's For
Intermediate minimum. Beginners should take lessons from town schools first, but reef navigation and currents make this a poor learning spot. If you dial edge control and can read water, early mornings reward that discipline. Wind reliability means your session doesn't evaporate into flat spells.
The Scene
Kite schools and rental shops sit within walking distance of El Paraiso. Hotels and food are nearby—no 45-minute commute. Expect a working Caribbean vibe, not resort aesthetics. May-June and September-October bring tropical storm risk with sudden wind shifts.
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