Kitesurfing in Icaraizinho: season, wind stats & trip guide

What riding here is like

July through January is the main season, with August to December delivering the safest odds.

Side-shore wind builds late in the morning. The bay at Icaraí de Amontada mixes light chop, calmer sections, and small waves depending on tide and swell. The school side has easy rigging and support; students should still launch with an instructor and clear of faster riders. Caetanos and Moitas expand the options for those arranging a supported downwinder.

Season history

Data period: 2000-2026

% of kiteable days (≥12kn)primegoodriskyoff-season

Monthly percentage of days with at least three daytime hours at or above 12 knots
Month	≥12kn %	≥15kn %	Mean wind (kn)
January	69	30	12.7
February	53	21	11.6
March	39	10	10.4
April	44	13	10.5
May	74	37	13
June	95	71	15.3
July	99	88	16.7
August	100	97	18.3
September	100	98	18.6
October	99	91	17.8
November	98	85	16.6
December	92	65	15.1

See the full month-by-month guide How we count kiteable days

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to kitesurf in Icaraizinho?

The best season in Icaraizinho runs from June to December, with up to 100% of days historically kiteable at the peak.

Is Icaraizinho good for beginners?

Yes. Icaraizinho caters to beginners, with mixed water and medium crowds in high season.

How do I get to Icaraizinho?

Fortaleza (FOR) is about 200 km away, normally a three- to four-hour road transfer. A private transfer is simplest with equipment; a rental car gives more freedom for Moitas and Caetanos. Jericoacoara airport (JJD) can work depending on flight schedules, but compare ground-transfer time and price before booking.

What to do in Icaraizinho when there is no wind?

Head to Moitas for a boat trip through the Aracatiaçu river's mangrove tunnel, visit natural pools at low tide, or take a buggy to Caetanos de Cima. The tide table also decides the best timing for days away from the kite.

Plan the trip

Getting there