KiteGlobePlaya Preciosa
Playa Preciosa 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 | 19.6784, -70.0023 |
About Playa Preciosa
The wind in Playa Grande is about 1 Bft less strong than in Cabarete. During summer the wind picks up at around noon and stays until sunset. The wind is gustier closer to shore. Don't get too close to the cliff at the west end of the beach, since here no wind will blow. If you cannot stay upwind and miss the beach, ride further west to Playa Grande, which is around the corner. For kitesurfers, kiteboarders, snowkiters and landkiters. All info you ever wanted! Forum, Spots, Videos
When is the best time to kitesurf at Playa Preciosa?
The best time to kite Playa Preciosa is June, July, August, September, when the NE wind is most reliable.
What are the wind and water conditions?
Playa Preciosa offers open ocean conditions with NE wind (Thermal, Trade wind).
How do I get to Playa Preciosa?
Short walk
Hazards at Playa Preciosa
Reefs, Rocks, Trees.
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.