About This Spot
Tourmaline Beach (Turmo), California (USA) is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in California (USA).
Situated in North America, the spot offers Small waves and Medium waves and Big waves water conditions, making it ideal for experienced riders pushing their limits.
With W–WNW–NW winds, peaking from January to December, Tourmaline Beach (Turmo), California (USA) delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Gusty winds. South winds are fickle, W or NW winds are strong and steady and usually start around 11am. The place is a light wind spot so bring your big gear. During summertime thermal winds building up at 11am. Cold fronts are responsible for winds in fall and winter. Usually best in fall, winter and spring.
When to Go
Generally San Diego's area is warm and sunny. Water is warm in summer, typically 65-70°F, winter 55-58°F. You will need a fullsuit in winter and a spring suit or trunks in summer. Season is year-round.
What to Expect
Big, clean waves. Lots of surfers and kiters together in a small location. If you are not staying upwind and riding safely with control the lifeguards can call all kites off the water. Expect locals to approach you and discuss your skill if they do not know you.
Wind & Conditions
W · WNW · NW
Best wind direction
Gusty winds. South winds are fickle, W or NW winds are strong and steady and usually start around 11am. The place is a light wind spot so bring your big gear. During summertime thermal winds building up at 11am. Cold fronts are responsible for winds in fall and winter. Usually best in fall, winter and spring.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Big, clean waves. Lots of surfers and kiters together in a small location. If you are not staying upwind and riding safely with control the lifeguards can call all kites off the water. Expect locals to approach you and discuss your skill if they do not know you.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
From San Diego drive North on the 5. Before La Jolla exit and drive West and find Tourmaline St. or La Jolla Blvd.
Location
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