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)
Surfers Paradise Beach, Queensland
: Best for [Surfing, Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
Tamarama Beach, New South Wales
: Best for [Surfing, Standup Paddle]
Middleton Beach, South Australia
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
Weir Reserve, New South Wales
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
Lyall Bay Surf Beach, Wellington
: Best for [Surfing, Kitesurfing, Standup Paddle]
Main Wharf, Canterbury
: Best for [Standup Paddle]
Long Beach, Tasmania
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing, Surfing, Snorkeling]
Camp Cove Beach, New South Wales
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Snorkeling]
Agnes Water Main Beach, Queensland
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing, Surfing, Snorkeling]
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]
Beaches for Spring (Mar - May)
Beaches for Summer (Jun - Aug)
Playa de Zahora, Andalusia
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing, Surfing, Snorkeling]
Cala Agulla, Illes Balears
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Snorkeling]
Playa de Punta Umbría, Andalucía
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
Praia da Cordoama, Faro District
: Best for [Surfing, Kitesurfing]
Cala Vedella, Balearic Islands
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Snorkeling]
North Beach, Leiria District
: Best for [Surfing, Kitesurfing]
Santa Maria Island, Azores
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing, Snorkeling]
Beach festival, Vlaams Gewest
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
Praia de São Julião, Lisboa
: Best for [Surfing, Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
Deck Beach Club Heiligendamm, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
Strand Kampen, Schleswig-Holstein
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
Praia de São Torpes, Setúbal
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing, Surfing]
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]