About This Spot
Sandy Cay, Bahamas is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Bahamas.
Situated in Caribbean, the spot offers Shallow and Flat and Chop water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.
With SE–NW winds, peaking from January to December, Sandy Cay, Bahamas delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Winter winds are usually best, from December to March. Can be good all year, except for September and early October. Summer winds are thermal, and come up in the afternoons. Hurricane season is June 1. to November 30. Sandy Cay beach curves around, and really can be ridden on most wind directions. Especially at low tide, when the sand bar is exposed!
When to Go
Winter may require a shorty or, if cold front, something more. Evenings are gorgeous, and good to carry a light sweater. Spring usually heat seeker is ok. In summer very warm.
What to Expect
Shallow and flat. For miles. At high tide, water may go to not so shallow and a little choppy.
Wind & Conditions
SE · NW
Best wind direction
Winter winds are usually best, from December to March. Can be good all year, except for September and early October. Summer winds are thermal, and come up in the afternoons. Hurricane season is June 1. to November 30. Sandy Cay beach curves around, and really can be ridden on most wind directions. Especially at low tide, when the sand bar is exposed!
Best Months
Water Conditions
Shallow and flat. For miles. At high tide, water may go to not so shallow and a little choppy.
Check Conditions
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚗No walk to the beach
First fly to Staniel Cay, then hire a boat to get to Sandy Cay.
Location
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