About This Spot
Playa Grande, Dominican Republic is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Dominican Republic.
Situated in Caribbean, the spot offers Chop and Small waves water conditions, making it ideal for experienced riders pushing their limits.
With NE winds, peaking from June to September, Playa Grande, Dominican Republic delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
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.
When to Go
The Dom. Rep. has warm water, and warm air, all year round. No wetsuit is necessary, although sun protection like a lycra is always good. Mid September-mid December: great rain season.
What to Expect
Nice water, flat and choppy. Waves outside at the reef. Watch out for lots of swimmers. Bigger waves during winter.
Wind & Conditions
NE
Best wind direction
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.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Nice water, flat and choppy. Waves outside at the reef. Watch out for lots of swimmers. Bigger waves during winter.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
About 70km (1hr) drive from Cabarete to the East. Follow the street along the coast to Rio San Juan and then to Mata Puerco. Before Mata Puerco follow signs to Playa Grande.
Location
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