Carrubo (San Felice Circeo)
- Freeride, Foil
- Best for
- Intermediate
- Skill Level
- Flat, Chop
- Spot Type
- Busy
- Crowd Level
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About
Carrubo is a low-profile beach spot on the San Felice Circeo seafront, positioned west of the smaller harbor with easy shore access. The water quality is reported as clean and the beach is generally sandy with manageable nearshore depth for planning sessions. For wind sports, Carrubo is best known for spring and summer thermal conditions. The wind window is described as afternoon-focused, and the spot is noted as having a cleaner offshore lane with north (and northeast) wind. Typical winds are described in the low-to-mid teens up to the low 20s knots, with light-gust behavior during typical setups. Kitesurfing conditions are described as versatile, ranging from flatter to choppier water depending on wind strength. Windsurfing also tends to favor the summer thermal regime, with freeride/foil and slalom-style sessions most consistent when the sea breeze is active. Wingfoiling is described as practical because foil-friendly depth is reached quickly. Surfing is possible thanks to the spot’s exposed beach-break character: it can catch southeast (Scirocco) swells and produce rideable waves when other nearby options stay flat. However, winter/swell extremes can change the wave behavior (including closure on larger swell), and the spot can be crowded in peak summer. Safety-wise, the main cautions are rocks/submerged hazards and harbor proximity—plus summer channel/harbor restrictions for riders during the bathing season.
- Reliable afternoon thermal winds in spring and summer
- North winds can provide a cleaner offshore lane
- Southeast swell can make the surfing break more consistent
- Easy shore access near the harbor area
- Reliable thermal winds in spring/summer for kitesurfing and wingfoiling
- Surf can work with southeast swell despite summer flatness
- Can become crowded with beachgoers in July and August
- Submerged rocks and harbor proximity require careful approach
- Summer surf can be mostly flat for surfing
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- N
- Offshore directions
- N
- Wind Range
- 12–22 kts
- Wind Type
- Thermal — Reliable afternoon thermal pattern in spring/summer.
- Reliability
- high
- Gust Factor
- Light gusts — Kite/surf sources describe light gustiness during typical thermal setups.
- Best Months
- April, May, June, July, August, September
- Shadow Zones
- Close to the harbor wall or under the Circeo promontory with North winds.
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Flat, Chop
- Beach
- Sand — Sandy beach.
- Beach Size
- Medium
- Waves
- Small — Surf is generally small; summer can be mostly flat.
- Chop Level
- Light chop — Flat water with chop developing depending on wind strength.
- Launch
- Medium — Medium sandy beach area near the harbor; shore access from the seafront road.
Through the year
Very crowded with beachgoers in July and August.
By sport
What to expect for each.
Flat to choppy conditions depending on wind strength; sandy launch area but it can be used by beachgoers in peak summer.
- Kite Sizes
- 9–14 m²
Works well with summer thermal breezes for freeride and foil; can offer small wave conditions during winter storms.
- Sail Sizes
- 5.5–7.5 m²
Foil-friendly depth is reached quickly in summer; popular with local wingfoilers due to consistent thermals.
- Foil Friendly
- Yes — Minimum depth cited at about 1.5 meters.
- Min Depth
- 1.5 meters
- Wing Sizes
- 4.5–6 m²
Fairly exposed beach break with relatively consistent surf; in summer it can be mostly flat but can still work with the right swell setup.
- Wave Direction
- Both
- Optimal Swell
- S, SE
- Swell Height
- 0.5–1.5 m
- Optimal Tide
- All tides — Tide is flexible.
- Shelter
- Exposed
- Wind Effect
- North or northeast winds blow offshore and can clean up the break.
- Bigger Swell
- Can close out if swell exceeds 2 meters.
- Wave Quality
- Average
- Wave Power
- Moderate — Typically rideable, with summer often flatter.
- Wave Shape
- Mushy — Mixed mushy characteristics reported.
- Peel Speed
- Medium
- Ride Length
- Medium — Rides are typically 50 to 100 meters depending on bank formation.
- Typical Ride Length
- 50–100 m
- Ride Length Details
- Rides typically run about 50–100 meters depending on how the sandbank sets up.
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Carrubo (San Felice Circeo) in the full forecast view.
Carrubo (San Felice Circeo) wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 2–11 ktsGusts 20 kts
- Direction
- NW307°
- Strongest day
- Sat, Oct 2411 kts
- Windy days
- 0/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.1–1.2 m4s period
- Temperature
- 11–21 °C
Over the next 7 days, Carrubo (San Felice Circeo) is forecast for daytime winds of 2–11 kts, peaking around 11 kts on Saturday, October 24 with gusts to 20 kts. The prevailing direction is NW. Waves run 0.1–1.2 m with a period of about 4s. Based on the Wavind model, in the spot’s local time.
Other spots in the area
What to know before you launch
Safety, access, restrictions, rescue, and local rules can change. Treat these details as informational and confirm them locally before launching.
Hazards
- rocks
- ships
- summer crowds
- submerged rocks near the waterline
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- Seasonal — Seasonal lifeguards are present.
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- Limited — Rescue is described as limited; maritime response is managed by local maritime authorities with seasonal beach coverage.
- Emergency Info
- Nearest medical facility is in San Felice Circeo town center.
- Localism / Vibe
- Mild — Described as a low-profile/local-focused area.
Rules of the spot
In summer bathing season, kitesurfing/windsurfing may be restricted to designated launch channels or require staying offshore; do not ride inside the harbor entrance.
- Summer kite channels mandatory
- No riding inside the harbor entrance
- North wind can create a cleaner offshore lane; southeast swell is the main surfing trigger.
- Watch for submerged rocks near the waterline, especially toward the harbor.
- Parking can be awkward in summer due to beach crowding; beach access may involve stairs.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Latina
- Nearest Town
- San Felice Circeo
- Parking
- Paid street parking along the seafront; fills quickly in summer and can be awkward due to beach crowding.
- Access
- Along the San Felice Circeo seafront road toward the harbor, west of the smaller harbor; sandy beach area near harbor-side access (also referenced near a designated beach/spot sign).
- Local Language
- Italian
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Near — Numerous hotels and holiday rentals are available within walking distance in San Felice Circeo.
- Food & Drink
- Several beach bars and restaurants directly adjacent to the spot (including harbor-area options).
- Equipment Rental:
- Limited availability locally; most riders bring their own gear.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
From riders who've been here
Latest reported conditions
Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Carrubo (San Felice Circeo)?
The best overall months at Carrubo (San Felice Circeo) are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November. The best wind months are April, May, June, July, August, September.
Which wind directions work at Carrubo (San Felice Circeo)?
Carrubo (San Felice Circeo) works with N winds. Offshore directions are N.
What equipment sizes are recommended at Carrubo (San Felice Circeo)?
Recommended equipment sizes at Carrubo (San Felice Circeo): Kitesurfing: 9–14 m² · Windsurfing: 5.5–7.5 m² · Wingfoiling: 4.5–6 m². The typical wind range is 12–22 kts.
What skill level is Carrubo (San Felice Circeo) suitable for?
Carrubo (San Felice Circeo) suits these riding levels: Kitesurfing: Intermediate · Windsurfing: Intermediate · Wingfoiling: Intermediate · Surfing: Beginner to Intermediate.