About This Spot
Xiamen Beach, China is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in China.
Situated in Asia, the spot offers Shallow and Chop and Small waves water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.
With NE–ENE–E winds, peaking from March to December, Xiamen Beach, China delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Mostly NE or sometimes SW wind. Both directions are sideshore. NE is best and more stable. In summer generally less wind and from October to February more strong wind. More use of big kites and boards rather than small ones. Xiamen is located a bit `inside` a huge bay, thus the wind can not `hit` it directly. Wind is normally low in the morning and will come up between 14 to 18 o'clock. About 50% of days can be used for kitesurfing.
When to Go
Xiamen has convenient weather all year around. In winter 8-16°C, in summer 25-30°C. Can be very humid. Avoid noon time in summer because of strong sun light. May to July is raining season. From June to October no neoprene necessary, January and February require a 5 mm suit.
What to Expect
Big tide difference: 5 m. Choppy short waves not good for surfing. Water quality acceptable. Some rocks in the water close to the beach. Better check them out during low tide. During high tide many of them are covered. During low tide normally better conditions for kitesurfing.
Wind & Conditions
NE · ENE · E · ESE · SE · SSE · S
Best wind direction
Mostly NE or sometimes SW wind. Both directions are sideshore. NE is best and more stable. In summer generally less wind and from October to February more strong wind. More use of big kites and boards rather than small ones. Xiamen is located a bit `inside` a huge bay, thus the wind can not `hit` it directly. Wind is normally low in the morning and will come up between 14 to 18 o'clock. About 50% of days can be used for kitesurfing.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Big tide difference: 5 m. Choppy short waves not good for surfing. Water quality acceptable. Some rocks in the water close to the beach. Better check them out during low tide. During high tide many of them are covered. During low tide normally better conditions for kitesurfing.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🥾Long walk to the beach
Xiamen has an airport with connections to all major cities in China and some international flights. Get a Xiamen map and you will see the big beach right away.
Location
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