For the perfect beach getaway, travel during late spring, summer, or early fall. These seasons provide warm, pleasant weather ideal for sunbathing, swimming, and water sports like surfing, kitesurfing, and standup paddling. The waves during these times are typically more consistent and manageable, making them perfect for both beginners and experienced enthusiasts. Coastal regions also come alive with vibrant festivals and activities, ensuring a lively and memorable holiday experience.
Beaches for Winter (Dec - Feb)
Bronte Beach, New South Wales
: Best for [Surfing, Standup Paddle]
Coolangatta Beach, Queensland
: Best for [Surfing, Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
Coolangatta Beach, Queensland
: Best for [Surfing, Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
Merewether Beach, New South Wales
: Best for [Surfing, Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
Cronulla Beach, New South Wales
: Best for [Surfing, Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
Cooks Beach Resort, Waikato
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing, Surfing]
Sandon Point Beach, New South Wales
: Best for [Surfing, Standup Paddle]
Te Henga (Bethells Beach), Tāmaki-makau-rau
: Best for [Surfing, Standup Paddle]
Henley Beach Jetty, South Australia
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
Greenmount Beach, Queensland
: Best for [Surfing, Standup Paddle]
Little Cove beach, Queensland
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Snorkeling]
Lake Macquarie, New South Wales
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing, Surfing]
Beaches for Spring (Mar - May)
Beaches for Summer (Jun - Aug)
Ballybunion Beach, County Kerry
: Best for [Surfing, Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
Praia da Barra, Aveiro District
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing, Surfing]
Trestraou beach, Perros-Guirec
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing, Surfing]
Victoria Park, England
: Best for [Surfing, Standup Paddle]
Plage de Canella, Sari-Solenzara
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing, Snorkeling]
Playa de la Pared, Canary Islands
: Best for [Kitesurfing, Surfing]
Playa Pozo Izquierdo (El Arenal), Canarias
: Best for [Kitesurfing, Windsurfing]
Long Sands Beach, England
: Best for [Surfing, Standup Paddle]
Cala Llonga, Balearic Islands
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Snorkeling]
Branksome Chine Beach, England
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
Cala Codolar, Balearic Islands
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing, Snorkeling]
Formentera, Balearic Islands
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Snorkeling]
Beaches for Fall (Sep - Nov)
Angourie Point Beach, New South Wales
: Best for [Surfing, Standup Paddle]
Famara Beach, Canarias
: Best for [Surfing, Kitesurfing]
Almáciga Beach, Canary Islands
: Best for [Surfing, Kitesurfing]
El Confital, Canarias
: Best for [Surfing, Kitesurfing]
Monkey Mia Conservation Park Visitor Centre, Western Australia
: Best for [Snorkeling]
Playa de Benijo, Santa Cruz de Tenerife
: Best for [Surfing, Kitesurfing]
Crescent Head Lookout, New South Wales
: Best for [Surfing, Standup Paddle]
Carnavon Fascine, Western Australia
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]