About This Spot
Norman's Cay / MacDuff's, Bahamas is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Bahamas.
Situated in Caribbean, the spot offers Flat and Chop water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.
With N–NW winds, peaking from January to December, Norman's Cay / MacDuff's, Bahamas delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Generally speaking, winds are strongest and most consistent in the winter, but in the winter they are generally NE. NW winds, good here at MacDuff's, are frontal. Spring good winds, too, through April/May. Summer wind is typically SE and thermal: picks-up in the afternoons. The beach at MacDuff's faces NW; but there is a beach just on the other side of the island (about 100m) with a SE exposure.
When to Go
Winter water temp is in the low 70's°F (23-24°C). Springtime is beautiful - maybe a heat seeker if winds from a cold front. Summertime can be very hot and buggy, and afternoon rainstorms likely.
What to Expect
Water is clear as a swimming pool - gets choppy with the wind. Relatively shallow out for 20m at low tide.
Wind & Conditions
N · NW
Best wind direction
Generally speaking, winds are strongest and most consistent in the winter, but in the winter they are generally NE. NW winds, good here at MacDuff's, are frontal. Spring good winds, too, through April/May. Summer wind is typically SE and thermal: picks-up in the afternoons. The beach at MacDuff's faces NW; but there is a beach just on the other side of the island (about 100m) with a SE exposure.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Water is clear as a swimming pool - gets choppy with the wind. Relatively shallow out for 20m at low tide.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
Fly to Nassau (NAS) then air (private air strip on Norman's) or boat charter to Norman's Cay.
Location
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