Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil
São Miguel do Gostoso
Wide bays, spring-to-summer wind, and a reef for waves.
Best season
jun to dec
This month · jul
96%kiteable days
Peak wind · sep
17 kn
What riding here is like
The window shifts later than Ceará: September through March often works, with October to January at its most consistent.
Side-shore wind builds around lunchtime and holds through the afternoon. Ponta do Santo Cristo and Cardeiro mix relatively flat bay water, chop, and reef waves farther out. There is terrain for every level, but each band needs a different line; beginners should stay in the school area and clear of windsurf and wingfoil traffic.
Season history
Data period: 2000-2026
| Month | ≥12kn % | ≥15kn % | Mean wind (kn) |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 79 | 38 | 13.1 |
| February | 70 | 31 | 12.5 |
| March | 54 | 17 | 11.4 |
| April | 55 | 15 | 11.4 |
| May | 75 | 29 | 12.9 |
| June | 88 | 45 | 14 |
| July | 96 | 68 | 15.3 |
| August | 99 | 90 | 16.7 |
| September | 100 | 94 | 17.2 |
| October | 99 | 88 | 16.7 |
| November | 98 | 76 | 15.7 |
| December | 93 | 64 | 14.7 |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to kitesurf in São Miguel do Gostoso?
The best season in São Miguel do Gostoso runs from June to December, with up to 100% of days historically kiteable at the peak.
Is São Miguel do Gostoso good for beginners?
Yes. São Miguel do Gostoso caters to beginners, with mixed water and medium crowds in high season.
How do I get to São Miguel do Gostoso?
Natal airport (NAT) is about 110 km away, normally a two-hour drive. A direct transfer is the most predictable option with sports bags; a rental car makes Tourinhos, Marco, and nearby beaches easier. The road is paved into town, though it is worth confirming parking with lodging on the narrower streets.
What to do in São Miguel do Gostoso when there is no wind?
Watch sunset at Tourinhos, visit the historic marker at Marco, or take a tide-dependent trip to the reefs at Perobas. The village has good restaurants and is compact enough for a bicycle; for natural pools, book with an operator who schedules around the tide table.
Plan the trip
Getting there
Natal airport (NAT) is about 110 km away, normally a two-hour drive. A direct transfer is the most predictable option with sports bags; a rental car makes Tourinhos, Marco, and nearby beaches easier. The road is paved into town, though it is worth confirming parking with lodging on the narrower streets.
When there is no wind
Watch sunset at Tourinhos, visit the historic marker at Marco, or take a tide-dependent trip to the reefs at Perobas. The village has good restaurants and is compact enough for a bicycle; for natural pools, book with an operator who schedules around the tide table.
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