Best Seasons for Beach Destinations

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)

Pāuanui Beach, Waikato
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing, Wing Foiling, Surfing, Snorkeling]
Yamba Beach Motel, New South Wales
: Best for [Surfing, Standup Paddle]
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]

Beaches for Spring (Mar - May)

Beaches for Summer (Jun - Aug)

Beach Norderney, Lower Saxony
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
Playa de Cala Barques, Illes Balears
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Snorkeling]
Brighton Beach, United Kingdom
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
Cala Mondragó, Illes Balears
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Snorkeling]
Praia do Tonel, Faro
: Best for [Surfing, Kitesurfing]
Plage de Pinarellu, Corse
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing, Snorkeling]
Virgin Island's Beach, Crozon
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing, Surfing]
Molle Port, Skåne län
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
Arrietara Beach, Basque Country
: Best for [Surfing, Kitesurfing]
Kaufhaus Martin Stolz GmbH, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
Plage de l'Uhabia, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
: Best for [Surfing, Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
O Beach Ibiza, Illes Balears
: 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]
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]