About This Spot
Port Phillip Bay / Rye, Australia is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Australia.
Situated in Australia, the spot offers Shallow and Chop water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.
With N–NNE–NE winds throughout the season, Port Phillip Bay / Rye, Australia delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
The beach faces north, and is best in a anything from the NW around to NE. During winter it blows from the North more often than not, although it can be gusty. During summer you get strengthening northerlies before southerly changes. Topography to the North it is relatively flat and therefore wind is not gusty.
When to Go
The temperature in Melbourne ranges from 15°C or lower in winter (and rarely much below 10°C) to well into the 30's°C during summer, and occasionally over 40°C. The water temperature in the bay ranges from a low of 10°C in winter to a high of 22°C in summer. No wetsuit is required in summer, but most wear a full steamer in winter.
What to Expect
Rye beach is at the south end of Port Phillip Bay. While the bay gets pretty choppy, the water is very shallow at Rye and keeps the chops to only a foot or two high. Crystal clear water, shallow sandy bottom and plenty of room. Waist deep water for 300m out.
Wind & Conditions
N · NNE · NE · NW · NNW
Best wind direction
The beach faces north, and is best in a anything from the NW around to NE. During winter it blows from the North more often than not, although it can be gusty. During summer you get strengthening northerlies before southerly changes. Topography to the North it is relatively flat and therefore wind is not gusty.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Rye beach is at the south end of Port Phillip Bay. While the bay gets pretty choppy, the water is very shallow at Rye and keeps the chops to only a foot or two high. Crystal clear water, shallow sandy bottom and plenty of room. Waist deep water for 300m out.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
The nearest city is Melbourne, and Rye is about 80-90 minutes drive south of the city. Rye Beach is at the south end of Port Phillip Bay. About 80kms from CBD Melbourne. Follow the Nepean Highway down.
Location
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