Wind Days = % of days with 12–35 knot average wind speed (ideal kiting conditions). Based on 4 years of historical weather data.
0%
Avg Wind Days
year-round
3.4kts
Avg Wind
year-round
24°
Avg Temp
feels 27°
4yrs
Data History
analyzed
Spot Overview
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Beach BreakSpot Type
BeginnerSkill Level
NW315°Best Wind
Waves breaking on sandy bottom, varied conditions
About This Spot
Enseada is a developed urban beach break located on the Brazilian coast in the São Paulo metropolitan area, facing northeast toward the Atlantic. The spot features a sandy beach with consistent small waves suitable for progression, backed by dense residential neighborhoods. Water conditions are typically calm with modest swell and low wind consistency, indicating significant sheltering from local topography and urban infrastructure. The shallow nearshore zone requires careful technique for launching and landing. Best conditions occur with northwest to north winds providing side-shore flow parallel to the coastline. This spot is primarily suited for beginners and early intermediate kiters seeking protected, accessible conditions. The high population density and limited fetch distance mean waves remain small and manageable. Wind reliability is notably low, making sessions dependent on weather systems moving through the region. Access is straightforward from the beach, though crowded conditions and residential restrictions should be considered. The spot offers learning-friendly conditions but limited progression potential for advanced riders.
Hazards & Safety
Dense residential development limiting emergency access
Shallow water near shore requiring careful launch/landing
Moderate wave energy with consistent shore break
Crowded beach with pedestrian traffic
Limited wind reliability (0.1%) indicates sheltering from inland terrain
Live Wind Forecast
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Water Conditions
Historical ocean data for wetsuit planning & water type
25°C
Avg Water Temp
1.0m
Avg Waves
🏄 Waves
Typical Conditions
🏊 Spring Suit
Typical Wetsuit
Proper waves for wave riding
Wind Characteristics
NWDominant Direction
Very GustyChallenging conditions, advanced only
Best Time to Kite
Wind reliability by time of day (average across all months)
Morning
6am – 12pm
0%wind days
Best
Afternoon
12pm – 6pm
1%wind days
Evening
6pm – 9pm
0%wind days
Monthly Breakdown
Historical averages based on 4 years of data
Month
Wind Days
Avg Wind
Temp
Water
Best Time
Rain
Jan
0%
3kts
27°feels 32°
28°
PM
~20d
Feb
0%
3kts
28°feels 33°
29°
AM
~17d
Mar
0%
3kts
27°feels 32°
Monthly Water Conditions
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