About This Spot
Palm Beach Bayside, Australia is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Australia.
Situated in Australia, the spot offers Flat water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.
With NE–S–SSW winds, peaking from January to December, Palm Beach Bayside, Australia delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
On the bay side kiting is possible in winter when NW-SSW winds prevail. Conditions are rather more extreme here than the ocean side as winds are extremely gusty and can get very strong in the 30-40 knot range. Wind is almost directly onshore. In summer expect 2-5 days of riding and 1-2 days in winter. In summer wind is 11-20 knots in winter 15-40 knots. In summer usual direction is NE followed by S. In winter usual direction is S-NW. Sideshore: NNE and SSW.
When to Go
In summer water is 20-22°C and air 22-28°C. In winter water is 17-18°C and air 12-18°C. 3/2 steamer is necessary in winter and sun protection in summer. Summer season goes from late October to late March. Winter season from June to late September.
What to Expect
Water is crystal clear. Smoother water and no waves. Tides. Small waves on the ocean side.
Wind & Conditions
NE · S · SSW · SW · WSW · W · NW
Best wind direction
On the bay side kiting is possible in winter when NW-SSW winds prevail. Conditions are rather more extreme here than the ocean side as winds are extremely gusty and can get very strong in the 30-40 knot range. Wind is almost directly onshore. In summer expect 2-5 days of riding and 1-2 days in winter. In summer wind is 11-20 knots in winter 15-40 knots. In summer usual direction is NE followed by S. In winter usual direction is S-NW. Sideshore: NNE and SSW.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Water is crystal clear. Smoother water and no waves. Tides. Small waves on the ocean side.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
Best is by car from the airport, head to the Northern Beaches of Sydney, get onto Pittwater road and then Barrenjoey road. Take Barrenjoey Road to the very end and then head for the beach below the lighthouse.
Location
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