Wind Days = % of days with 12–35 knot average wind speed (ideal kiting conditions). Based on 4 years of historical weather data.
5%
Avg Wind Days
year-round
8.2kts
Avg Wind
year-round
27°
Avg Temp
feels 30°
4yrs
Data History
analyzed
Spot Overview
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DeltaSpot Type
IntermediateSkill Level
NW315°Best Wind
River mouth area with mixed water conditions
About This Spot
Praia do Torres is located at the mouth of a river delta system on Brazil's northeastern coast, where freshwater outflow meets the Atlantic. The spot features shallow lagoon waters transitioning to open ocean, with visible sandbars and tidal channels characteristic of delta environments. The coastline orientation northeast-facing creates a diagonal water body where side-shore conditions occur with northwest or southeast winds. Water conditions show significant chop and color variation indicating active sediment transport and freshwater mixing. Best wind direction is northwest (315°), providing side-shore conditions parallel to the coast. The spot suits intermediate kiters comfortable with shallow water, variable conditions, and river dynamics. Key considerations include very low wind reliability (5.2%), requiring patience for suitable conditions. Shallow depths demand awareness of sandbar placement and tidal changes. The residential development inland suggests limited launch/landing flexibility. Small average wave height (1.36m) indicates protected waters better for light-wind riding than wave sport. Water temperature (27.2°C) allows year-round riding with minimal protection.
Hazards & Safety
Shallow sandbars and shifting sand formations
River mouth currents and tidal influences
Low wind reliability (5.2%)
Murky water with limited visibility
Shallow areas near shore requiring careful navigation
Residential areas limiting downwind landing zones
Live Wind Forecast
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Water Conditions
Historical ocean data for wetsuit planning & water type
29°C
Avg Water Temp
1.4m
Avg Waves
⚠️ Rough Chop
Typical Conditions
🩳 Boardshorts
Typical Wetsuit
Challenging chop, experienced riders
Wind Characteristics
EDominant Direction
Very GustyChallenging conditions, advanced only
Best Time to Kite
Wind reliability by time of day (average across all months)
Morning
6am – 12pm
15%wind days
Best
Afternoon
12pm – 6pm
37%wind days
Evening
6pm – 9pm
3%wind days
Monthly Breakdown
Historical averages based on 4 years of data
Month
Wind Days
Avg Wind
Temp
Water
Best Time
Rain
Jan
0%
7kts
28°feels 31°
29°
PM
~14d
Feb
0%
7kts
27°feels 31°
29°
PM
~17d
Mar
0%
5kts
26°feels 31°
Monthly Water Conditions
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