About This Spot
Half Moon Bay Kite Beach, Saudi Arabia is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Saudi Arabia.
Situated in Middle East, the spot offers Shallow and Flat and Small waves water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.
With N–NNE–SSE winds, peaking from March to November, Half Moon Bay Kite Beach, Saudi Arabia delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Northerly winds predominate. Prior to the approach of major storms (Shamals) from the north, the wind will be sucked towards the front from the south (Janoube winds). Shamals can last 1 to several days, with lots of blowing sand and dust. The dust settles out over the water, so kiting in the bay is the best, most dust-free place to be.
When to Go
Water cools to high 70's F and cooler starting November. Air temp is 70's to 60's in winter (November to April). Air temp warms to 110+ F in mid-summer July to September.
What to Expect
Shallow, clear, hyper-saline protected waters. Shallows extend for hundreds of meters wide, by several KM in length. Sandy bottom, with occasional rocks, shells and debris. Sand bars more apparent at low tide. Good sideshore exposure to north winds. Kiting area is surrounded by beach on east, south and west sides, so very safe area for training and self rescue.
Wind & Conditions
N · NNE · SSE · S · SSW · NNW
Best wind direction
Northerly winds predominate. Prior to the approach of major storms (Shamals) from the north, the wind will be sucked towards the front from the south (Janoube winds). Shamals can last 1 to several days, with lots of blowing sand and dust. The dust settles out over the water, so kiting in the bay is the best, most dust-free place to be.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Shallow, clear, hyper-saline protected waters. Shallows extend for hundreds of meters wide, by several KM in length. Sandy bottom, with occasional rocks, shells and debris. Sand bars more apparent at low tide. Good sideshore exposure to north winds. Kiting area is surrounded by beach on east, south and west sides, so very safe area for training and self rescue.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚗No walk to the beach
Park on the beach, within 20 ft of rigging / launching areas.
Location
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