About This Spot
Durban Bay, South Africa is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in South Africa.
Situated in Africa, the spot offers Small waves and Medium waves water conditions, making it ideal for experienced riders pushing their limits.
With NNE–NE winds, peaking from January to December, Durban Bay, South Africa delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
The windy season for Durban runs from about September to March but has wind throughout the year. The prevailing wind is NNE (sideonshore). The location is best in NNE and NE winds but can also support winds through to southerly.
When to Go
Durban is situated on the East Coast of South Africa and enjoys a warm sub-tropical climate year-round with temperatures in the mid to low twenties even in winter. Water about 20°C.
What to Expect
Good waves with flat water in between. At some areas few wave breakers. All of Durban's beaches are shark netted.
Wind & Conditions
NNE · NE
Best wind direction
The windy season for Durban runs from about September to March but has wind throughout the year. The prevailing wind is NNE (sideonshore). The location is best in NNE and NE winds but can also support winds through to southerly.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Good waves with flat water in between. At some areas few wave breakers. All of Durban's beaches are shark netted.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
A rental car is essential when visiting Durban as there is no public transport that will enable you to get to Durban's beaches or beaches up the North coast or down the South coast. Rental cars are not expensive.
Location
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