Cabo Frio · Brazil
Grande, Brazil
11.2kts
NE · Windsaison
Barra Grande: consistent NE trade winds, 290+ annual windy days, and a serious downwinder run. Choppy Atlantic swell and strong currents demand respect.
- 11.2kts
- Durchschnittswind
- 292
- Windtage / Jahr
- NE
- Hauptwindrichtung
Lage
- Nächste Flughäfen
- Airport - Rio De Janeiro Internacional
- Koordinaten
- -22.9573, -42.0607
Monatliches Windprofil
Beste Windrichtungen
- NE
- ENE
- WSW
- E
- SW
Wasserbedingungen
- Ocean
- Choppy
Beste Monate
Gefahren
- Choppy ocean conditions with strong currents common in Cabo Frio waters
- Rocky outcrops and reef hazards in the area; scout launch zone before entry
- Sudden wind shifts from multiple directions (NE to SW) can catch riders off-guard
- Strong undertow during high swell periods
Was das für dich heißt
- Riffschuhe bei Ebbe empfohlen
- Material tragen — nicht über Steine ziehen
- Starke Strömung — upwind zurücklaufen, nicht abtreiben lassen
Ausstattung
- Beach bars and restaurants in nearby Cabo Frio town center
- Kite schools and rental shops serving the established Cabo Frio kiting community
- Pousadas and hotels within walking distance of launch areas
- Support services and repair shops for equipment maintenance
Lokale Tipps
August through November offers the most reliable wind with 292+ windy days annually—plan visits during these peak months for consistent sessions. Local knowledge of tidal patterns and swell forecasts is essential for predicting the smoothest riding windows.
Einstieg & Strand
Launch from sandy beach areas with caution due to choppy conditions; NE and ENE winds (dominant directions) typically provide the most consistent and cleaner launch conditions. Avoid launching during SW swells when cross-shore winds can create turbulent conditions.
Lokale Regeln
Respect other water users and maintain adequate spacing in crowded sessions; yield to swimmers and follow established local riding zones. Communicate with other kiters about wind direction changes given the spot's variable wind patterns.
Was anziehen
A 3/2mm wetsuit is ideal year-round for tropical Brazilian waters; summer months (Dec-Feb) allow for thinner 2/2mm or rashguard. Water temperature stays warm (22-26°C) throughout the year.
Was einpacken
Kite-Größen
- 14–17 mLeichtwind, unter 14 kn
- 11–14 mtypische Sessions, 14–22 kn
Boards
- Twintip — universell, gehört ins Gepäck
- Hydrofoil — Leichtwind-Spot, fahrbar ab ca. 10 kn
Was anziehen (nach Klima)
- Im Wasser
- Boardshorts oder Bikini mit Rashguard oder UV-Shirt.
- An Land
- Leichte Baumwolle; Regenjacke einpacken, wenn die Saison in die Regenzeit fällt.
Abgeleitet aus dem Breitengrad des Spots (tropische Zone) und der aktuellen Saison.
Vorfahrt & Verhalten
- 1Wer ins Wasser startet, hat Vorrang vor Ridern, die reinkommen.
- 2Der Luv-Rider weicht aus — Kite hoch halten, wenn du über einem tiefen Rider passierst.
- 3Steuerbordbug (rechte Hand vorn) hat Vorfahrt beim Kreuzen.
- 4Wer überholt, hält sich aus der Linie des langsameren Riders.
- 5Wellenreiten: Der Rider in der Welle hat sie — kein Drop-in.
Spot-Guide
The Experience
Barra Grande is a working fishing village with legit wind. No resort polish here—just local kiters who session regularly. The main beach stretches long and open, which you'll need to handle the ocean state. NE winds dominate and stay steady, but the water never goes glassy. You earn clean sessions.
Wind & Conditions
August through November fires. The 290+ windy days per year are real—NE and ENE winds are your bread and butter and they're reliable. SW winds wreck the window. When they mix with swell, you get crossed-up turbulence that kills the day. Wind can shift fast. Check the beach and tides before committing—the gap between rideable and blown-out closes quick here.
Water & Hazards
Atlantic chop is constant. Strong currents move you around. Rocky outcrops and reef exist in the launch zone—scout before you go. High swell brings real undertow. Low tide exposes more hazards. High tide smooths conditions somewhat. Know the tidal windows or don't go.
Who Rides Here
Intermediate riders who don't need perfect conditions. Beginners struggle with the chop and currents. If you want glassy lagoon water, go elsewhere. If consistent wind and rough water appeal to you, this works.
The Downwinder & Scene
The real draw: a downwinder run toward Macapá across lagoon and flatwater past mangroves. Requires two vehicles and a partner. Wind hold and manageable swell make it special. A kite school operates on the main beach. Pousadas and restaurants are walkable. Most days you're battling chop on the beach. In the right window, with local tide knowledge, you get something worth the effort.
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