KiteGlobeMeia Praia
Meia Praia is a kiteboarding spot near Faro in Portugal, with open ocean conditions and prevailing N, SW, NW wind, best ridden in May, June, July, August, September, October.
| Country | Portugal |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | Faro |
| Water type | Open ocean |
| Launch | Ocean, Lagoon |
| Best wind direction | N, SW, NW |
| Wind type | Thermal |
| Best months | May, June, July, August, September, October |
| Coordinates | 37.1209, -8.6281 |
About Meia Praia
Located in the Baia de Lagos. Flat to choppy with north wind in the lagoon. Good for beginners and intermediate riders. Nice waves with SW wind. Stronger shore break and current with onshore and sideonshore winds on the ocean side. Flat and shallow lagoon next to the beach.
When is the best time to kitesurf at Meia Praia?
The best time to kite Meia Praia is May, June, July, August, September, October, when the N, SW, NW wind is most reliable.
What are the wind and water conditions?
Meia Praia offers open ocean conditions with N, SW, NW wind (Thermal wind), launching from ocean, lagoon.
How do I get to Meia Praia?
From Faro drive west to Lagos. It's located right in the northeast of Lagos.
Hazards at Meia Praia
Currents, Ships, Mole.
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.