Wind Days = % of days with 12–35 knot average wind speed (ideal kiting conditions). Based on 4 years of historical weather data.
2%
Avg Wind Days
year-round
5.4kts
Avg Wind
year-round
19°
Avg Temp
feels 18°
4yrs
Data History
analyzed
Spot Overview
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Beach BreakSpot Type
BeginnerSkill Level
SE135°Best Wind
Waves breaking on sandy bottom, varied conditions
About This Spot
Praia da Rocha is a long, sandy beach break located in the Algarve region of southern Portugal, facing southwest into the Atlantic. The beach is sheltered by residential development and rocky headlands, with a functioning marina on the eastern flank. Wave conditions are typically modest (0.62m average), making it a mellow venue suitable for beginners. The beach has a gradual slope with mixed sand and rocky areas. The extremely low wind reliability (1.8%) and light average wind (5.4 knots) indicate this spot is marginal for kitesurfing most days. When wind is present, southeast winds (135°) provide side-shore conditions. The marina and boat traffic present significant hazards requiring awareness of shipping lanes. Rocky cliffs and outcrops on the western end create navigation constraints. Summer crowds of swimmers and sunbathers are typical. This spot works best during winter swells and thermal wind afternoons, but requires specific conditions to be viable for kitesurfing.
Hazards & Safety
Marina with moored boats and yacht traffic
Rocky outcrops and cliffs on western end
Pier structure extending into water
Shallow water near shore with gradual beach slope
Mixed sand and rock bottom
Crowded beach area with swimmers in summer
Live Wind Forecast
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Water Conditions
Historical ocean data for wetsuit planning & water type
17°C
Avg Water Temp
0.6m
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
4%wind days
Best
Afternoon
12pm – 6pm
12%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
1%
5kts
14°feels 12°
16°
PM
~6d
Feb
2%
5kts
14°feels 12°
16°
PM
~5d
Mar
6%
6kts
15°feels 13°
Monthly Water Conditions
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