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)
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]
Glenelg Beach, South Australia
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
Waitarere Fairy Garden Entrance, Manawatū-Whanganui
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing, Surfing]
Onetangi Bay, Auckland
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing, Snorkeling]
Bathers Beach House, Western Australia
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Surfing]
Beaches for Spring (Mar - May)
Beaches for Summer (Jun - Aug)
La Grande Plage, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing, Surfing]
Lakolk strand, Rømø
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
Praia da Comporta, Setúbal
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
Primera Playa del Sardinero, Cantabria
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing, Surfing]
Kerteminde Sydstrand, Kerteminde
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
Hundestrand, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
Plage De L'arquet, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
Las Lajas Beach, Canary Islands
: Best for [Kitesurfing, Windsurfing]
Fehmarn, Schleswig-Holstein
: Best for [Kitesurfing, Windsurfing]
Playa de las Américas, Canary Islands
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing, Windsurfing]
Plage d'Arone, Corse
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Snorkeling]
Westende Beach, Vlaams Gewest
: 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]