About This Spot
Maui / Kite Beach, Hawaii (USA) is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Hawaii (USA).
Situated in North America, the spot offers Flat and Chop and Small waves and Medium waves water conditions, making it ideal for experienced riders pushing their limits.
With NNE–NE winds, peaking from May to October, Maui / Kite Beach, Hawaii (USA) delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Winds are sideonshore blowing from right to left towards the shore and will typically start up around 9 am until 6 pm. May thru October offers the best winds for windsurfing and kiteboarding. The further East the wind blows, the gustier it will be at the beach. Best with NNE, then you can ride onto the beach.
When to Go
The water is 78-80°F (26°C). Air 76°F in average year-round.
What to Expect
Inside is flat and calm outside the point area is choppy and at the reef there are waves (righthanders). Water can be very packed.
Wind & Conditions
NNE · NE
Best wind direction
Winds are sideonshore blowing from right to left towards the shore and will typically start up around 9 am until 6 pm. May thru October offers the best winds for windsurfing and kiteboarding. The further East the wind blows, the gustier it will be at the beach. Best with NNE, then you can ride onto the beach.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Inside is flat and calm outside the point area is choppy and at the reef there are waves (righthanders). Water can be very packed.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
Kanaha Beach Park. Kahului International Airport. Get a rental pickup for about USD 20/day. It is THE kitebeach, so every surfer knows that beach. Located on Amala Place. Just west of the airport.
Location
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