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)
Tallebudgera Creek, Queensland
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing, Surfing, Snorkeling]
Quibray Bay, New South Wales
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing, Surfing]
Lopes Mendes Beach, State of Rio de Janeiro
: Best for [Surfing, Snorkeling]
Sorrento Ocean Beach, Victoria
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Surfing]
Hamilton Island, Queensland
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing, Snorkeling]
BIG4 Stuart Range Outback Resort, South Australia
: Best for [Standup Paddle]
Waipu Beach, Northland
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing, Surfing]
Moana Beach, South Australia
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing, Surfing]
Cathedral Cove Beach, Waikato
: Best for [Snorkeling, Standup Paddle]
Ettalong Beach Barbeque Area (Public BBQs), New South Wales
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Surfing]
Cottesloe Beach, Western Australia
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing, Surfing, Snorkeling]
Oneroa Beach, Auckland
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing, Surfing]
Beaches for Spring (Mar - May)
Beaches for Summer (Jun - Aug)
Yyteri Beach Oy, Satakunta
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
Plage de l'Almanarre, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
: Best for [Kitesurfing, Windsurfing, Standup Paddle]
Playa Isla Canela, Andalucía
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
IJmuiden Beach, Noord-Holland
: Best for [Kitesurfing, Windsurfing]
Cala Saladeta, Islas Baleares
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Snorkeling]
San Juan Beach, Canary Islands
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing, Surfing]
Playa de La Muralla, Andalusia
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
Praia de Melides, Setúbal
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
Hietaranta Beach, Uusimaa
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
Playa del Castillo, Canary Islands
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing, Surfing]
Spiekeroog Beach, Lower Saxony
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
Kivik Beach, Skåne län
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
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]