About This Spot
Sicily / Lido Manfria, Italy is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Italy.
Situated in Europe, the spot offers Small waves water conditions, making it ideal for experienced riders pushing their limits.
With SSW–SW–WSW winds, peaking from May to September, Sicily / Lido Manfria, Italy delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
During summer the thermal wind reaches easily 16-20 knots. The thermal wind blows from SW and it is quite frequent and constant. Frontal winds can be very strong (over 30 knots) due to the structure of the Sicilian Channel. NW (Maestrale) is a no-go, get your car and drive to West Sicily (Stagnone or Puzziteddu), other directions are ok. Frontal winds are also quite frequent, especially during spring (mainly S winds) and fall (mainly N winds).
When to Go
Best months: May, June, July, August, September.
What to Expect
Small waves water. Best for intermediate to expert riders.
Wind & Conditions
SSW · SW · WSW · W
Best wind direction
During summer the thermal wind reaches easily 16-20 knots. The thermal wind blows from SW and it is quite frequent and constant. Frontal winds can be very strong (over 30 knots) due to the structure of the Sicilian Channel. NW (Maestrale) is a no-go, get your car and drive to West Sicily (Stagnone or Puzziteddu), other directions are ok. Frontal winds are also quite frequent, especially during spring (mainly S winds) and fall (mainly N winds).
Best Months
Water Conditions
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
Location
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