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Pozo Izquierdo
The legendary strong-wind proving ground on Gran Canaria's southeast coast, in the municipality of Agüimes, and a long-running venue for the PWA windsurfing World Cup - regarded as world-class, high-wind terrain. Kiting in the original Pozo Izquierdo bay itself is now restricted (the bay is prioritized for windsurfing competition and its rocky, high-traffic layout), so most kiters now launch a short drive away at Salinas de Tenefé.
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Wind
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| season notes | The coast can produce challenging, powerful wind conditions at any time of year, but the acceleration zone is most reliably strong in summer. |
| wind name | Alisios (NE trade wind), locally accelerated |
| direction to shore | cross-onshore (N-NE) |
| quality | steady to gusty, often very strong |
| typical kite sizes | 7-10m |
Water
| type | chop |
|---|---|
| temp summer c | 23.6 |
| wetsuit | boardshorts/shorty in summer |
| standing depth | no - rocky, deep entry in the main bay |
Levels
| beginner | no |
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| intermediate | yes |
| advanced | yes |
| notes | Not a beginner spot: rocky entry/exit and powerful, gusty wind demand intermediate-to-advanced skill. Beginners are better served at nearby Salinas de Tenefé or other sheltered spots. |
Launch & crowd
| description | Rocky beach with limited rigging space in the main bay; Salinas de Tenefé offers an easier, sandier alternative nearby. |
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| rescue | Sirocco Kitesurf, the only government-approved school, runs lessons with a dedicated support boat and radio communication. |
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| vibe | serious wind-sports crowd; home base for PWA-level windsurfers and strong kiters |
Monthly wind statistics
Station: Ingenio, Gran Canaria (model 91% weighted on Gran Canaria Airport) (Weatherspark (NASA MERRA-2 reanalysis, 1980-2016), ~11 km) — windfinder.com unreachable (429 all session). This is the world-famous windsurf/speed-kite spot; the actual on-site exposure (open Atlantic swell + accelerated alisios around the point) is stronger and more consistent than this inland-weighted reanalysis average suggests -- treat these numbers as a regional floor, not the spot's true wind strength. See known_best_months (May-Sep) in the batch input for the locally accepted season.
| Month | Wind ≥4 Bft | Avg kn | Dir | Air °C | Water °C |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | —% | 12.2 | N | 16.7 | 19.4 |
| Feb | —% | 12.7 | N | 16.7 | 18.9 |
| Mar | —% | 12.7 | N | 17.2 | 18.9 |
| Apr | —% | 12.7 | N | 17.8 | 18.9 |
| May | —% | 12.8 | N | 18.9 | 20 |
| Jun | —% | 13.9 | N | 20.6 | 21.1 |
| Jul | —% | 16.2 | N | 22.2 | 21.7 |
| Aug | —% | 15.2 | N | 22.8 | 22.8 |
| Sep | —% | 12.2 | N | 22.8 | 23.3 |
| Oct | —% | 10.7 | N | 21.7 | 22.8 |
| Nov | —% | 11.4 | N | 20 | 21.7 |
| Dec | —% | 11.9 | E | 17.8 | 20.6 |
Hazards
- rocky entry/exit
- medium to strong currents
- aggressive shorebreak at high tide
- very strong, gusty wind
- heavy windsurfer traffic in the competition bay
Rules
- kiting in the original Pozo Izquierdo bay is restricted; kiters are directed to Salinas de Tenefé nearby
- official kite schools use support boats given the conditions
Tips
- go to Salinas de Tenefé rather than the old Pozo bay if you want easier kiting conditions
- watch the tide - high tide brings a big, aggressive shorebreak
Travel basics
| airport | LPA Gran Canaria Airport |
|---|---|
| cost level | mid |
| no wind | visit the nearby Maspalomas dunes or Las Palmas |
Nearby: Playa de Vargas, El Burrero, Maspalomas
Sources: en.wikipedia.org · pozowinds.com · pozowinds.com · surf-forecast.com