São Miguel do Gostoso is on Rio Grande do Norte’s northern coast, about two hours from Natal. The village has quiet streets, charming pousadas and a wind that made it the state’s main kitesurf destination.
The spot
Gostoso’s coast has several beaches with different profiles. Some have areas of calmer water, protected by reefs and sandbars at low tide; others are open sea, with waves for those who enjoy wave riding. This variety lets you pick your spot based on skill level and conditions.
The seasonal wind is strong and consistent, and the village has schools and shops ready for riders.
For whom
- Beginners: with a school, on the quieter beaches and at calmer times.
- Intermediate: flat water and steady wind to progress.
- Advanced: waves and downwind opportunities along the coast.
Best season
In Rio Grande do Norte, season generally runs from August to January, with stronger wind between September and November.
How to get there
The most common route is to fly to Natal and drive to Gostoso, about two hours. For a longer trip, you can include Galinhos, further north.
Tips
- Ask the school which beach is best that day: tide changes conditions a lot.
- Wear neoprene booties on beaches with reefs.
- Read the article on renting vs. bringing kitesurf gear.
Wind month by month
Model forecast for the sea off the spot. Data: MET Norway (yr.no), CC BY 4.0.
Average wind between 10:00 and 17:00, when sessions happen, and the share of days with an average of 15 knots or more.
% of days averaging 15 knots or more: <30% 30–54% 55–79% 80%+· Average wind: knots
| — | Average wind (knots) | Days with 15+ knots |
|---|---|---|
| jan | 14.9 | 56% |
| feb | 14.2 | 44% |
| mar | 12.5 | 26% |
| apr | 13.7 | 39% |
| may | 15.7 | 64% |
| jun | 17.5 | 80% |
| jul | 19.3 | 93% |
| aug | 20.9 | 98% |
| sep | 20.7 | 99% |
| oct | 19.1 | 90% |
| nov | 17.6 | 80% |
| dec | 16.7 | 75% |
Source: 10-year history (ERA5) via Open-Meteo, CC BY 4.0, measured at sea off the spot. This is a climate average, not a forecast. On the beach the wind can differ by a few knots due to thermal and terrain effects. For the coming days, check a forecast such as Windguru or Windfinder.
Photos of the spot
