Marettimo Island kitesurfing spot in Sicily
Marettimo Island kitesurfing spot in Sicily — photo 2

🏄 Marettimo Island

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About Marettimo Island

Marettimo Island caters exclusively to advanced and experienced riders seeking technical reef breaks and exposed conditions. Located in the Aegadi Islands, this challenging spot features rocky launch zones and substantial swell exposure, demanding strong wave-riding skills and solid bar control. The reef breaks reward competent kiters with engaging terrain, but the exposed nature means conditions can turn serious quickly. Best visited during peak wind seasons with appropriate experience and local knowledge. Not suitable for progression riders or flat-water learners.

Amenities

Rocky access point

Highlights

  • Exposed reef breaks
  • Advanced conditions only
  • Rocky launch
  • Technical waves
Wind & conditions
  • Wind reliability7.0
  • Avg wind (peak months)14–16 kt
  • Water temp15–26 °C
  • Best seasonNov – Jan
Season Stats

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

MonthWind chanceAvg windAir °CWater °C
Jan72%15.4 kt13.816.4
Feb55%13.6 kt13.515.2
Mar61%14.1 kt13.815.3
Apr61%14.3 kt1516.2
May43%11.5 kt18.118.5
Jun18%9.6 kt22.422.9
Jul26%10 kt2626.4
Aug29%10.3 kt26.526.3
Sep43%12 kt25.125.2
Oct49%11.8 kt22.124.4
Nov74%15.8 kt18.920.7
Dec65%14.3 kt1617.3

Schools and shops nearby

Flow Kitesurf School Sicily - Stagnone, Marsala kitesurfing shop in sicily

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Follow The Wind Kitesurf School Sicily kitesurfing school in sicily

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Kite Me Up - Kitesurf school Sicily - Stagnone Marsala kitesurfing school in sicily

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Kitesurf stagnone KTS - IKO Center kitesurfing school in sicily

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Sicily Kite School Stagnone kitesurfing school in sicily

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Torre Loopa Kitesurf School Sicily - Lo Stagnone kitesurfing school in sicily

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Community scores
Verified

7.1/10

  • 💨Wind reliability7.5
  • 💧Water conditions7.2
  • 🏖️Launch zone6.0
  • 🏝️Scenery8.0
Location

Getting there

By car: Parking varies by spot — check local signs and kite school partners.

Shuttle: Many schools offer pickups from nearby towns.