Wind Days = % of days with 12–35 knot average wind speed (ideal kiting conditions). Based on 4 years of historical weather data.
6%
Avg Wind Days
year-round
8.3kts
Avg Wind
year-round
27°
Avg Temp
feels 30°
4yrs
Data History
analyzed
Spot Overview
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LagoonSpot Type
BeginnerSkill Level
NW315°Best Wind
Protected shallow water, typically flat and ideal for learning or freestyle
About This Spot
Barra do Cunhaú is a lagoon-style kitesurfing spot located in Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil, featuring a sheltered water body separated from the Atlantic Ocean by narrow beach strips and sandbars. The northeast-facing coastline creates a protected lagoon environment with light, turquoise water typical of tropical Brazilian lagoons. This spot is characterized by minimal wave activity (0.78m average) and very low wind reliability (6.4%), making consistent conditions rare. The shallow lagoon bottom and shifting sandbars require careful navigation and local knowledge. Best conditions occur with northwesterly winds (315°), which provide side-shore flow parallel to the coast. The calm, shallow water and protected environment suit beginner to early intermediate riders seeking flat-water progression rather than wave riding. Access appears limited by residential development. The low wind statistics and light swell suggest this spot functions primarily as a dry season or occasional wind day option rather than a reliable year-round destination. Local guides recommended for safe navigation around shallow areas and sandbars.
Hazards & Safety
Shallow lagoon areas with variable depths
Sand banks and shifting sandbars
Residential development limiting access
Low wind reliability (6.4%)
Light swell conditions
Boat traffic in lagoon areas
Live Wind Forecast
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Water Conditions
Historical ocean data for wetsuit planning & water type
28°C
Avg Water Temp
0.8m
Avg Waves
🌊 Light Swell
Typical Conditions
🩳 Boardshorts
Typical Wetsuit
Clean small waves, good for wave riding practice
Wind Characteristics
SEDominant Direction
Very GustyChallenging conditions, advanced only
Best Time to Kite
Wind reliability by time of day (average across all months)
Morning
6am – 12pm
12%wind days
Best
Afternoon
12pm – 6pm
23%wind days
Evening
6pm – 9pm
8%wind days
Monthly Breakdown
Historical averages based on 4 years of data
Month
Wind Days
Avg Wind
Temp
Water
Best Time
Rain
Jan
0%
7kts
27°feels 31°
29°
PM
~15d
Feb
0%
8kts
27°feels 31°
29°
PM
~14d
Mar
0%
7kts
27°feels 32°
Monthly Water Conditions
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