KiteGlobePlaya Grande
Playa Grande is a kiteboarding spot in Dominican Republic, with open ocean conditions and prevailing NE wind, best ridden in June, July, August, September.
| Country | Dominican Republic |
|---|---|
| Water type | Open ocean |
| Best wind direction | NE |
| Wind type | Thermal, Trade |
| Best months | June, July, August, September |
| Coordinates | 19.6779, -70.0100 |
About Playa Grande
The wind in Playa Grande is about 1 Bft less strong than in Cabarete. The wind in Cabarete Kite Bay is the trade wind. Wind speed can vary from light in the mornings, getting stronger in the afternoon, then light again for sunset. Mid September-mid December: surf time but sometimes it's rideable and can be very good (10-20 knts). Mid December-January: we can have really good conditions (20-25 knts).February-mid May: trade-winds 15-20 knts, good waves. Mid May-mid September: 20-25 knts, sometimes 30 knts trade winds. For kitesurfers, kiteboarders, snowkiters and landkiters. All info you ever wanted! Forum, Spots, Videos
When is the best time to kitesurf at Playa Grande?
The best time to kite Playa Grande is June, July, August, September, when the NE wind is most reliable.
What are the wind and water conditions?
Playa Grande offers open ocean conditions with NE wind (Thermal, Trade wind).
How do I get to Playa Grande?
Short walk
Hazards at Playa Grande
Swimmers, Rocks.
View Playa Grande on the interactive map →Where can I take kite lessons near Playa Grande?
5 kite schools operate in Dominican Republic. See kite schools in Dominican Republic →
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.