Praia da Redinha (Redinha Nova)

Praia da Redinha (Redinha Nova) in Extremoz is a wind-sport oriented beach at the meeting of the Potengi River and the Atlantic, offering clean water and a medium-sized sandy shoreline. The main on-site challenge is the river-mouth area: currents can become very strong during tide changes, especially near the river outlet. Kitesurfing is the primary focus. The spot is driven by consistent South-East trade winds, typically in the 15–25 knots range, with the strongest and most reliable conditions in the second half of the year (notably August through December). Wind direction is most often from the E to ESE (with SE also reported), and the steady flow supports freeride, wave, and downwinder styles. Launch conditions are generally sandy with sufficient space at Redinha Nova, but the nearby urban-facing sections can be crowded with swimmers and umbrellas. For safety, riders are advised to keep clear of swimming areas and avoid the active shipping lane in the river; also be especially cautious as tides turn and the river-mouth current intensifies. Surfing is possible at the beach break near the molhes (breakwaters), where waves can be peeling and moderately powered. Conditions can become choppy with strong cross-onshore trade winds, and on very large swells the waves may close out over sandbars. Wingfoiling and windsurfing can work as well, but both require extra attention to strong currents and any shallow, shifting sandbars near the river mouth.