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Sal, Santa Maria

7.9

Sal, Santa Maria, Cabo Verde

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When to kitesurf Sal, Santa Maria

The best months to kitesurf Sal, Santa Maria are Oct–Jun: 65–88% of days reach 12 kt+, with 11–17 kt average daily wind, 21–27 °C water and 21–27 °C air.

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About Sal, Santa Maria

Out in the Atlantic, located nearly 600km west of Senegal, North West Africa, Cabo Verde’s archipelago of 10 volcanic islands enjoys a great combination of warm climate and almost constant wind for 8 months a year.

Highlights

  • Best season: Dec – May
  • Wind direction: NNE, NE, E
  • Spot type: Beach; Open water
  • Welcomes all rider levels
  • Tidal spot

Wind & conditions

  • Wind reliability88% windy days in peak
  • Avg peak wind17 kt
  • Water stateWaves
  • Peak air temp27°C
  • Best seasonDec – May

Season Stats

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

MonthWind chanceAvg windAir °CWater °C
Jan81%16 kt2222
Feb84%14 kt2121
Mar87%14 kt2222
Apr85%13 kt2222
May78%13 kt2323
Jun65%12 kt2424
Jul48%10 kt2525
Aug45%9 kt2727
Sep53%10 kt2727
Oct67%11 kt2727
Nov70%11 kt2626
Dec88%17 kt2424

Schools and shops nearby

Kite Beach Cabo Verde - Water Sports Center kitesurfing school in sal santa maria cape verde
🪁 Kite Beach Cabo Verde - Water Sports Center8.8

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Conditions score

Data-derived

7.9/10

  • 💨Wind reliability8.3
  • 🌊Water conditions8.9
  • 🚀Launch zone7.4
  • 🅿️Spot access6.8
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Location

Sal, Santa Maria, Cabo Verde

Getting there

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

Shuttle: Many schools offer pickups from nearby towns.