About This Spot
Najomtien, Thailand is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Thailand.
Situated in Asia, the spot offers Shallow and Flat and Chop water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.
With SW–NW winds, peaking from January to December, Najomtien, Thailand delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
November to March Northwest sideonshore 15 knots. April to June Southwest sideonshore 15 knots. July and August onshore 18-20 knots. Wind blows all year except October with the most consistent wind November to March and the strongest wind July and August. West oriented, wind on and sideshore all the year. End November to February thermal wind in the afternoon, about 15 knots. March to May stronger wind, up to 18/20 knots (15-23 days/month). June to August, average 15 days/months with >20 knots. Wind season 10 months/year.
When to Go
Average temperature is 30°C, water 27°C. Wetsuit not needed. Thailand is a tropical country with its typical high temperature all year round. 25-30°C in the cold season, 35-40+°C in the hot season and 30-35°C during the rainy season. Humidity is always high, even though it's easier to bear during the cold season during which the sun shines. The rainy season (September to October) is characterized by scattered heavy showers now and then everyday, cloudy weather almost full time.
What to Expect
Tide not a factor, no waves. Flat or choppy. Shallow (>100m) between February to September. No rocks, reefs or corals.
Wind & Conditions
SW · NW
Best wind direction
November to March Northwest sideonshore 15 knots. April to June Southwest sideonshore 15 knots. July and August onshore 18-20 knots. Wind blows all year except October with the most consistent wind November to March and the strongest wind July and August. West oriented, wind on and sideshore all the year. End November to February thermal wind in the afternoon, about 15 knots. March to May stronger wind, up to 18/20 knots (15-23 days/month). June to August, average 15 days/months with >20 knots. Wind season 10 months/year.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Tide not a factor, no waves. Flat or choppy. Shallow (>100m) between February to September. No rocks, reefs or corals.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
Arrange transportation from Bangkok to Pattaya (many alternatives from the USD 2 equivalent public bus to a private taxi from the airport for anywhere from $20 to $40 one way). Pattaya is approximately 150 km (about 2 1/2 hours) from Bangkok on Sukhumvit. The Blue Lagoon is located at Sukhumvit 155, look for a large blue sign with white print. Huge building at the beach.
Location
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