Kitesurfing

🏄 North Ceara

🏄 North Ceara

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About North Ceara

North Ceara represents kiteboarding's most consistent wind destination, with daily thermal winds blowing reliably during the concentrated four-month dry season (August–November). Very strong winds up to 30 knots combine with warm, bathwater-temperature conditions eliminating wetsuit needs. The region supports all riding styles across choppy, flat, and wave water types. Jericoacoara's vibrant beach culture features nightlife and live music alongside world-class kite spots. Warm starlit evenings and organized buggy excursions enhance the lifestyle appeal. Tidal ranges significantly affect riding windows and beach access—planning sessions around tide schedules proves essential.

Amenities

Beachside restaurantsLive music venuesBuggy rentals

Highlights

  • Daily wind guarantee
  • Warm water year-round
  • All riding styles possible
  • Vibrant beach culture
  • Tropical paradise setting
Conditions at a glance

Wind strength

It gets Strong (Up to 30 knots)

Consistency

It's windy Every day

Wind quality

Super steady · warm wind

Water

ChoppyFlatWaves

Water temp

Warm (You don't need a wetsuit)

Boosting direction

Either direction

Windy months

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

Woo big-air record: 24.2 m by Rinke Feenstra · bottom-end kite 20m+

Spots at this destination

  • Jericoacoara
  • Tatajuba
  • Guriu
  • Barra Grande
  • Macapa
Wind & conditions
  • Wind reliability6.8
  • Avg wind (peak months)12–13 kt
  • Water temp28–29 °C
  • Best seasonSep – Oct
Season Stats

Typical month-by-month snapshot — use live forecasts before you go.

MonthWind chanceAvg windAir °CWater °C
Jan4%9.3 kt2728.4
Feb2%8.9 kt26.828.5
Mar0%7.4 kt25.928.8
Apr0%7.2 kt26.229.4
May0%7.7 kt26.629.4
Jun0%8.2 kt26.728.7
Jul4%9.8 kt27.227.9
Aug29%11.2 kt27.727.6
Sep83%12.9 kt27.927.7
Oct81%13 kt28.127.8
Nov40%11.6 kt28.128.3
Dec37%11.2 kt28.128.6
Spot video
Community scores
Verified

8.2/10

  • 🌬️Wind reliability9.5
  • 💧Water conditions8.5
  • 🚀Launch zone8.0
  • 🌄Scenery8.0
Location

Getting there

By car: Parking varies by spot — check local signs and kite school partners.

Shuttle: Many schools offer pickups from nearby towns.

Travel & practical info

Getting there

Fly to Fortaleza. From there you can rent a car and drive; book a transfer or catch a bus to your destination.Takes time to get there

Car needed

No car needed

Cost of a kite day

Affordable ($20-50 /day)

Internet

Acceptable (Whatsapp voice calls and web browsing)

Local infrastructure

Medium development (some accommodations; hotels; health services or shops)
Family friendlyKite shopParty destination

Off-wind activities

  • Great parties and live music. Horse riding. Beach missions in the buggy
Windguru forecast
Pro tip
Pack an extra smaller kite for the afternoons — many classic spots build through the day. Respect locals and keep the beach clean.
Reviews
Great vibe and reliable wind — this place keeps us coming back every season.