About This Spot
Puerto Cardiel, Argentina is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Argentina.
Situated in South America, the spot offers Chop and Small waves water conditions, making it ideal for experienced riders pushing their limits.
With NE–SE–SSE winds, peaking from March to November, Puerto Cardiel, Argentina delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Approx. 2-3 kiteable days per week. Usual directions SE, S and NE. Winter: best wind is SE and S, from 10-35 knots. Depending of frontal systems. Summer: best wind is NE. It is a thermal wind starting at 1pm approx. up to 20 knots, but it is not very predictable. You can also get on summer some frontal systems from the South an SE.
When to Go
Water: winter quite cold, approx. 11°C, summer up to approx. 16°C. Neoprene is required all year. Only on some hot summer days you can ride in shorts.
What to Expect
Chop and small waves.
Wind & Conditions
NE · SE · SSE · S
Best wind direction
Approx. 2-3 kiteable days per week. Usual directions SE, S and NE. Winter: best wind is SE and S, from 10-35 knots. Depending of frontal systems. Summer: best wind is NE. It is a thermal wind starting at 1pm approx. up to 20 knots, but it is not very predictable. You can also get on summer some frontal systems from the South an SE.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Chop and small waves.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
Located in the north of Mar del Plata.
Location
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