About This Spot
St. Thomas / Smith Bay, Virgin Islands (USA) is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Virgin Islands (USA).
Situated in Caribbean, the spot offers Chop and Small waves water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.
With NE winds, peaking from January to December, St. Thomas / Smith Bay, Virgin Islands (USA) delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Sideonshore conditions in prevailing Northeasterly. Wind blows fairly constantly through the winter months after late November 15-25 kts.
When to Go
Air temps in the 80's°F and water temps mid 70's°F to low 80's°F. No wetsuit necessary. Watch out for rain squalls which are frequent in the winter.
What to Expect
Clean water, 1 foot of tide but some inter island currents. Average choppy water. Small waves on the reefs.
Wind & Conditions
NE
Best wind direction
Sideonshore conditions in prevailing Northeasterly. Wind blows fairly constantly through the winter months after late November 15-25 kts.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Clean water, 1 foot of tide but some inter island currents. Average choppy water. Small waves on the reefs.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
Beach accessed from the #38 road (Smith Bay Road) east of the Wyndam Resort by a half mile down a mud road - if you arrive at Sapphire Beach Resort you have gone too far!
Location
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