Intermares (João Pessoa)

Intermares (João Pessoa) is a sandy, urban beach area known primarily for kitesurfing with prevailing SE/SSE/S trade winds. Wind reliability is described as high, with typical kite wind around the mid-teens up to the mid-20s knots, and the strongest months clustering from June through October (with a later-season reinforcement extending into the end of the year). For kitesurfing, the spot is described as versatile: flat-to-choppy water phases are reported near the shallows and reef-influenced sections, while riding opportunities can extend into more wave/jump conditions further out. Mid-tide is commonly mentioned as the best compromise when balancing kite and surf options, and weekends are widely noted to be busy—plan for space and keep clear awareness of swimmers in the active waterline. Surfing at the Intermares / “Mar do Macaco” area is characterized as beach-break surf with right and left waves on sandy bottom with some reef influence. Working swell is reported from below 1 meter up to about 1 meter plus, typically with a good-to-moderate wave quality and medium ride length; larger swell is described as holding up until it eventually closes out. Shelter is limited from cross-shore breezes, so wind management matters for surf quality. In terms of comfort and safety, water temperatures are reported in the high-20s °C, and wetsuit use is typically unnecessary beyond light sun/wind protection. Safety guidance emphasizes avoiding swim zones and respecting reef hazards (including submerged reef sections/rocks), and seasonal conservation measures for sea turtles may apply.