Kitesurfing Punta del Diablo
Rocha, Uruguay
Wind & Conditions
Remote SE-facing Atlantic village at Uruguay's NE corner. 256 windy days/year, 8-10 knots; best Jan-Feb and Sep-Dec. Waves + sand. Source: kitejungle.com/kite-places/uruguay/punta-del-diablo (2026-06-14).
About Punta del Diablo
Punta del Diablo is a village and seaside locality in Uruguay, Rocha Department, 298 kilometres (185 mi) east from the capital Montevideo. According to the 2011 census, its permanent population consisted of 823 inhabitants, mostly fishermen and artisans, while during high tourism season, the population swells to approximately 25,000, mostly with Argentinians, Brazilians and Europeans on holiday. As with the country it is located in, the primary language spoken in Punta del Diablo is Spanish. In
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Best Season
Check the Breeza app for the current rideable window at Punta del Diablo.
World Ranking
RegionalNot globally ranked, but a kitesurf destination — a local favourite worth a check when the wind lines up.
Facilities & Services
What's on the ground near the launch, mapped from open data:
Nearby spots to eat, drink & learn
- 0s3 Restaurant
- Al Pairo Restaurant
- Alta Mar Cafe Resto Restaurant
- La Pinta Roja Restaurant
- Lo de Olga Restaurant
- Los Pescadores Restaurant
- El Bucancito Bar / Café
- La Barrita de Simón Bar / Café
Facilities data © OpenStreetMap contributors
When is the best time to kitesurf at Punta del Diablo?
Timing depends on local conditions. Check the Breeza app for the current rideable window at Punta del Diablo — it reads the live forecast against your gear and level.
Is Punta del Diablo suitable for beginner kiters?
Suitability depends heavily on the day's conditions. Breeza reads your level alongside the forecast and gives you an honest verdict — including when it's a no.
What wind direction works at Punta del Diablo?
Remote SE-facing Atlantic village at Uruguay's NE corner. 256 windy days/year... Breeza cross-references live wind direction against the spot's safe window to tell you if today's direction is rideable for your kite.
What kite size do you need at Punta del Diablo?
Kite size at Punta del Diablo depends on the day's wind strength and your weight. Most kiters rig between 10m and 14m. Breeza calculates the ideal size for your gear, so you know before you leave whether it's a go.
Is it safe to kitesurf at Punta del Diablo?
Safety at Punta del Diablo depends on conditions and your experience. Check for offshore-wind days, local hazards and emergency contacts before you launch. Breeza gives a rideability verdict that includes a safety flag when conditions are borderline for your level.
See if Punta del Diablo is ridable right now — wind, direction, and a verdict for your gear.
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