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Cumbuco kitesurf, wingfoil and windsurf spot
Brazil · Ceará
Overview
Cumbuco is the most popular kitesurfing spot in Brazil and one of the most famous in the world, located 30 km north of Fortaleza in the state of Ceará. This fishing village turned kite mecca offers exceptional conditions: consistent wind of 15 to 30 knots almost every day from June to December thanks to the trade winds, warm water (26-29°C), huge white sand beaches and a very developed kite infrastructure with numerous schools, shops and pousadas. Cumbuco is the starting point for the famous downwinders along the northeastern coast. The atmosphere is festive and international, with a very active kite community year-round.
Spot forecast for Cumbuco
Sunrise 05:13 · Sunset 17:25
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Tides
Heights above lowest astronomical tide, in the spot's local time. Computed 4.2 km from the spot.
- Tuesday 20 October Low tide · 1 m High tide · 2.1 m Low tide · 1.1 m
- Wednesday 21 October High tide · 2.2 m Low tide · 0.9 m High tide · 2.2 m Low tide · 1 m
- Thursday 22 October High tide · 2.4 m Low tide · 0.7 m High tide · 2.4 m Low tide · 0.8 m
- Friday 23 October High tide · 2.6 m Low tide · 0.6 m High tide · 2.6 m Low tide · 0.6 m
- Saturday 24 October High tide · 2.7 m Low tide · 0.5 m High tide · 2.8 m Low tide · 0.4 m
Cumbuco: when to go?
Rideable days and hours computed for a minimum wind of 7 knots · log in to set your own (foil, twin-tip…)
367h
in May · 31 rideable days
The season runs from May to December, peaking in May: 31 rideable days a month and 367 hours of usable wind, at 30 °C. The low point is April, at 19.5 days.
Rideable days per month
Wind strength when it is rideable
When the spot works, wind sits mostly between 7 and 12 knots — 67% of rideable hours. Big-kite territory. The coldest month is February, at 29 °C. The wettest month is March, with 282 mm.
Monthly averages: Cumbuco
| Month | Rideable days | Usable wind | Temperature | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23.5 | 241 h | 30 °C | 95 mm |
| February | 23.0 | 242 h | 29 °C | 233 mm |
| March | 23.0 | 202 h | 29 °C | 282 mm |
| April | 19.5 | 166 h | 29 °C | 204 mm |
| May | 31.0 | 367 h | 30 °C | 134 mm |
| June | 30.0 | 374 h | 29 °C | 81 mm |
| July | 31.0 | 378 h | 30 °C | 39 mm |
| August | 31.0 | 414 h | 31 °C | 10 mm |
| September | 30.0 | 413 h | 30 °C | 4 mm |
| October | 31.0 | 426 h | 30 °C | 6 mm |
| November | 30.0 | 398 h | 30 °C | 8 mm |
| December | 31.0 | 421 h | 30 °C | 25 mm |
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Technical details of Cumbuco spot
The spot works with winds from E, ESE, SE.
Spot functioning
The spot works year-round but the main season is June to December. The cross-shore east/southeast wind blows side-onshore on the main beach. At low tide, large flat sand areas are exposed, perfect for launching and landing. At high tide, the shore break can be more pronounced. Several riding areas: the main beach for freeride and freestyle, and lagoons accessible by downwinder for flatwater. Downwinders to Paracuru or Taiba (20-40 km) are a must-do experience.
Spot opening date · Required level
- Spot opening date
- Open all year round
- Required level
- Intermediate
On the water
Warm water year-round (26-29°C), boardshorts and lycra are sufficient. Varied water conditions: waves of 0.5 to 2 meters on the main beach with a sandy bottom, and flatter areas inside depending on the tide. Wind chop can make the water surface rough in strong wind. Moderate lateral current toward the west (downwind). Excellent conditions for wave riding, freestyle and freeride. The water is turquoise with good visibility.
Parking
Parking available along the village main road or directly on the beach (vehicle access on sand possible in some areas). Most pousadas and kite schools have their own beach access. Attendants offer to watch your car for a small tip. It's advisable not to leave valuables in your vehicle.
Wind specificities
Extremely constant and reliable east to south-easterly trade winds. The main season runs from June to December with daily winds of 18 to 30 knots. Wind typically picks up late morning (10-11am) and blows until sunset, with a peak in the early afternoon. The windiest months are September, October and November. Even in low season (January-May), there is often rideable wind. The wind is cross-shore (coming from the right when facing the sea), creating perfect conditions for riding.
Hazards
Shore break can be powerful at high tide. Lateral current toward the west to monitor. Submerged rocks in some areas of the beach — check locally. Occasional jellyfish (not very dangerous). Very intense tropical sun — sun protection is essential. Possible theft on the beach and in cars — don't leave valuables unattended. Watch out for fishing boats and tourist boats in the riding area.
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