Bahia Salinas in northwestern Costa Rica combines flat-water potential with variable chop depending on wind direction and swell influence. This intermediate to advanced spot accommodates different rider levels and conditions within its bay environment. The sand and rocky beach launch offers multiple access points suited to changing conditions. Strong seasonal wind patterns here provide reliable kitesurfing during the dry season months.
Wind strength
Consistency
Wind quality
Water
Water temp
Boosting direction
Woo big-air record: 22.8 m by Mauricio COrtes · bottom-end kite 20m+
Typical month-by-month snapshot — use live forecasts before you go.
| Month | Wind chance | Avg wind | Air °C | Water °C |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 0% | 6.8 kt | 23.7 | 21.7 |
| Feb | 0% | 7.3 kt | 24 | 22 |
| Mar | 0% | 7.1 kt | 24.7 | 22.7 |
| Apr | 0% | 6.3 kt | 25.5 | 23.5 |
| May | 0% | 5.3 kt | 25.8 | 23.8 |
| Jun | 0% | 4.4 kt | 24.8 | 22.8 |
| Jul | 0% | 5.4 kt | 24.7 | 22.7 |
| Aug | 0% | 4.5 kt | 24.8 | 22.8 |
| Sep | 0% | 4.3 kt | 24.9 | 22.9 |
| Oct | 0% | 3.8 kt | 24.6 | 22.6 |
| Nov | 0% | 4.5 kt | 24 | 22 |
| Dec | 0% | 6 kt | 24 | 22 |
7.6/10
By car: Parking varies by spot — check local signs and kite school partners.
Shuttle: Many schools offer pickups from nearby towns.
Getting there
Car needed
Cost of a kite day
Internet
Local infrastructure
via Windy.com
via OpenWeather
