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)
Dee Why Beach, New South Wales
: Best for [Surfing, Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
Carlo Sand Blow, Queensland
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing, Surfing]
Mount Martha Beach South, Victoria
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
West Beach, Western Australia
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing, Surfing]
Coronation Beach, Western Australia
: Best for [Kitesurfing, Windsurfing]
Macmasters Beach, New South Wales
: Best for [Surfing, Standup Paddle]
Beach Bar, Canterbury
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Surfing]
Ninety Mile Beach, Northland
: Best for [Surfing, Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
Shelly Beach, New South Wales
: Best for [Surfing, Snorkeling]
Clifton Beach Reserve, Tasmania
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing, Surfing]
Yallingup Beach, Western Australia
: Best for [Surfing, Snorkeling, Standup Paddle]
Gunnamatta Beach, Victoria
: Best for [Surfing, Standup Paddle]
Beaches for Spring (Mar - May)
Beaches for Summer (Jun - Aug)
Plage Sainte-Croix, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
Playa La Antilla, Andalusia
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
Playa de la Victoria, Andalusia
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
Praia do Cabedelo, Viana do Castelo
: Best for [Kitesurfing, Surfing]
Port de Sóller, Illes Balears
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Snorkeling]
Hoddevik, Vestland
: Best for [Surfing, Kitesurfing]
Hoddevik, Vestland
: Best for [Surfing, Kitesurfing, Standup Paddle]
Praia dos Moinhos, Açores
: Best for [Surfing, Snorkeling]
English beach, Canary Islands
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing, Surfing]
Putsborough Beach, Croyde
: Best for [Surfing, Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
Cala Torta, Balearic Islands
: Best for [Snorkeling, Standup Paddle]
Playa de las Conchas, Canary 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]