Wind Days = % of days with 12–35 knot average wind speed (ideal kiting conditions). Based on 4 years of historical weather data.
1%
Avg Wind Days
year-round
5.1kts
Avg Wind
year-round
21°
Avg Temp
feels 23°
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
Casinha is a beach break located along Brazil's southern coast near Santa Catarina, characterized by a north-northeast facing sandy beach with consistent small swell exposure. The spot features a river mouth to the southeast that creates distinct water color patterns and current flows, with rocky headlands providing natural boundaries. The beach is backed by residential development and surrounded by dense forest vegetation, limiting the fetch distance and creating a somewhat enclosed setting. Best conditions occur with northwest to north winds that provide side-shore angles to the beach alignment. Wave heights typically remain small to moderate (under 1m average), making this suitable for beginners and intermediate riders. The river mouth dynamics create variable water conditions and potential current hazards requiring local knowledge. Access is constrained by developed areas, and the spot experiences moderate boat traffic. Ideal for progression riders seeking small, manageable waves in a protected setting, though the low wind reliability (1.1%) suggests seasonal or inconsistent wind patterns.
Hazards & Safety
Rocky headland to the east creating potential obstacles
River mouth with visible current patterns (dark water flow)
Shallow water near beach break area
Residential development limiting access and creating congestion
Boat traffic visible in offshore waters
Strong lateral currents from river discharge
Live Wind Forecast
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Water Conditions
Historical ocean data for wetsuit planning & water type
23°C
Avg Water Temp
0.8m
Avg Waves
🌊 Light Swell
Typical Conditions
🏊 Shorty
Typical Wetsuit
Clean small waves, good for wave riding practice
Wind Characteristics
NDominant Direction
Very GustyChallenging conditions, advanced only
Best Time to Kite
Wind reliability by time of day (average across all months)
Morning
6am – 12pm
2%wind days
Best
Afternoon
12pm – 6pm
7%wind days
Evening
6pm – 9pm
4%wind days
Monthly Breakdown
Historical averages based on 4 years of data
Month
Wind Days
Avg Wind
Temp
Water
Best Time
Rain
Jan
2%
6kts
25°feels 28°
27°
PM
~17d
Feb
1%
5kts
26°feels 30°
28°
PM
~12d
Mar
1%
5kts
25°feels 28°
Monthly Water Conditions
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