Wind Days = % of days with 12–35 knot average wind speed (ideal kiting conditions). Based on 4 years of historical weather data.
3%
Avg Wind Days
year-round
6.2kts
Avg Wind
year-round
18°
Avg Temp
4yrs
Data History
analyzed
Spot Overview
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Beach BreakSpot Type
BeginnerSkill Level
Waves breaking on sandy bottom, varied conditions
About This Spot
Meia Praia is a long sandy beach located on Portugal's southern coast facing southeast toward open Atlantic waters. The spot features a gradual shelving sandy bottom typical of beach breaks, with gentle wave conditions averaging 0.65m. The extensive development inland—residential complexes, resorts, and amenities—indicates this is a popular tourist destination. Wind reliability is extremely low at 2.9%, with average winds only 6.2 knots, making consistent kitesurfing conditions rare. When wind does arrive, northerly (0°) winds provide ideal side-shore conditions parallel to the long beach. The spot suits beginners and intermediate kiters due to manageable wave heights and sandy bottom, though the tourist infrastructure and low wind frequency present limitations. Best sessions occur during rare wind events rather than regular sessions. Kiters should expect crowded conditions during peak season and account for the difficulty of light-wind kitesurfing at this location.
Hazards & Safety
Shallow water near shore
Beach break turbulence in surf zone
Low wind reliability (2.9%)
Resort and infrastructure congestion
Potential swimmer and tourist interference
Live Wind Forecast
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Water Conditions
Historical ocean data for wetsuit planning & water type
17°C
Avg Water Temp
0.7m
Avg Waves
🌊 Light Swell
Typical Conditions
🧥 4/3mm Fullsuit
Typical Wetsuit
Clean small waves, good for wave riding practice
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
5%wind days
Best
Afternoon
12pm – 6pm
21%wind days
Evening
6pm – 9pm
13%wind days
Monthly Breakdown
Historical averages based on 4 years of data
Month
Wind Days
Avg Wind
Temp
Water
Best Time
Rain
Jan
4%
5kts
13°feels 12°
16°
PM
~5d
Feb
4%
5kts
14°feels 12°
16°
PM
~6d
Mar
8%
6kts
15°feels 13°
Monthly Water Conditions
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