About This Spot
Santa Rosa Island / Pensacola Bay, Florida (USA) is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Florida (USA).
Situated in North America, the spot offers Shallow and Flat and Chop water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.
With reliable winds, peaking from January to December, Santa Rosa Island / Pensacola Bay, Florida (USA) delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Average winds are around 15-20 in winter and during summer time it is pretty calm. Spring and fall are the windiest, with winds generally around 20mph. Hurricanes during hurricane season. Not too windy during summer, and really windy during winter.
When to Go
Sunny and tropical weather. Colder during winter.
What to Expect
Flat to choppy water, shallow areas.
Wind & Conditions
Average winds are around 15-20 in winter and during summer time it is pretty calm. Spring and fall are the windiest, with winds generally around 20mph. Hurricanes during hurricane season. Not too windy during summer, and really windy during winter.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Flat to choppy water, shallow areas.
Check Conditions
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
From Pensacola drive south on 30 across the Pensacola Bay, pass Gulf Breeze and take 399 south to Pensacola Beach. Find a spot somewhere on the bay side.
Location
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