Canoa Quebrada

Canoa Quebrada is a developed beach break on Brazil's northeastern coast facing north toward the Atlantic Ocean. The spot features a sandy beach with dense residential and commercial development immediately behind the shoreline, limiting access and space management. Water conditions are characteristically rough with chop rather than clean swell, typical of exposed Atlantic beaches in this region. Best wind direction is from the east (side-shore parallel to coast), which provides the safest and most controllable riding conditions. Wind reliability is notably low at 17.9%, making consistent conditions unpredictable. Average winds of 9.5 knots are marginal for kitesurfing and require strong thermal development or weather systems. Water temperature averages 27.9°C, comfortable year-round. Wave heights average 1.05m, suitable for intermediate riders. The spot suits intermediate kiters comfortable in choppy water and variable wind. Key considerations include timing sessions around thermal wind cycles, managing tight beach space due to development, and accounting for alongshore currents. Crowded beach conditions during peak hours should be anticipated.