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Redondo, Peru

Lima, Peru

Intermediate Ocean Choppy Ocean

About Redondo, Peru

Redondo delivers consistent wind 120+ days a year within Lima's reach, but Pacific swells and cold currents demand solid intermediate skills. Real ocean conditions, no fluff.

Avg wind

6.8 kts

Windy days/yr

122.3

Monthly wind profile

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

Bars = average wind speed in knots. Solid = best months.

Best months

AprJunJulAugOctNov

Wind directions

SSSESESSWSW

Amenities

Lima city access with restaurants, accommodation, and kite shops nearbyPatrol services and local kite schools operating at the beachBasic facilities including restrooms and parking at Redondo Beach

Hazards

Choppy ocean conditions with strong Pacific swells require solid intermediate skillsCold Humboldt Current water (14-18°C) year-round increases hypothermia riskRocky areas and uneven bottom near shore demand careful launch/landing positioningPowerful southerly winds can create sudden gusts; stay alert in stronger months

Launch notes

Launch from the beach on southerly to southwesterly wind days when conditions are most stable. The choppy water state requires a powered-up launch technique; pick calmer morning windows when possible.

Gear & clothing

Gear · Bring 14-17m kites for the 6.8kt average winds; pack a smaller 12m for stronger days in peak season (Jun-Aug). A directional board or twin-tip handles choppy conditions better than a wave board.

Clothing · Wear a 4/3mm or 5/4mm wetsuit year-round due to cold Humboldt Current water; add booties for rocky launch areas. A hood is recommended during winter months (May-Sep).

Crowd & etiquette

Respect local kitesurfers' established zones and stay clear of swimmers and fishermen. Avoid peak weekend times when the beach is crowded with tourists.

Additional notes

Best wind consistency occurs Apr, Jun-Aug, and Oct-Nov with 120+ windy days annually. Check local forecasts for swell direction as the Pacific can deliver 6-10ft swells; factor this into session planning.

Features

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