About This Spot
Tybee Island / 2nd Street, Georgia (USA) is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in Georgia (USA).
Situated in North America, the spot offers Flat and Chop and Small waves and Medium waves water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.
With NE–E–SE winds, peaking from May to August, Tybee Island / 2nd Street, Georgia (USA) delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
The wind blows here at least 3-4 days during the week. The wind averages from 10-15. Sometimes it blows 15-20+. Watch out for West winds, they can be gusty. Best winds in fall. Works good in E, NE and SE. Reliable thermal sea breezes from May to August. Nice winds with cooler Northeasters. Winter and spring are the best times to come here for empty beaches and nice winds.
When to Go
The summer months the water can reach 80°F. In the winter it gets down to 50°F. The kiting season here is year round. Wetsuits are necessary from November to April.
What to Expect
Nice waves with NE wind and quiet flat in SE wind. Avoid marked jetties to the North. Tides make a big difference.
Wind & Conditions
NE · E · SE
Best wind direction
The wind blows here at least 3-4 days during the week. The wind averages from 10-15. Sometimes it blows 15-20+. Watch out for West winds, they can be gusty. Best winds in fall. Works good in E, NE and SE. Reliable thermal sea breezes from May to August. Nice winds with cooler Northeasters. Winter and spring are the best times to come here for empty beaches and nice winds.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Nice waves with NE wind and quiet flat in SE wind. Avoid marked jetties to the North. Tides make a big difference.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
Take I-95 towards Savannah GA, Exit on highway 16 east to Savannah. Come into downtown Savannah and hit Bay Street. Go to the end of Bay Street and turn left on President Street. Follow President Street until it turns into Highway 80, follow 80 for 20 mins and you will run into Tybee Island. US 80 becomes 1st Street. Where this street hits the beach and makes a right turn and becomes Butler Ave, park on the meter and get to the beach. Pay the meter, otherwise you will get a ticket or towed.
Location
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