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)

Scarborough Beach, Western Australia
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing, Surfing]
Buckleton Beach, Auckland
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing, Surfing]
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]
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]

Beaches for Spring (Mar - May)

Beaches for Summer (Jun - Aug)

Cala Bassa, Illes Balears
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Snorkeling]
Cala Comte, Balearic Islands
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Snorkeling, Kitesurfing]
Cala Comte, Balearic Islands
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Snorkeling, Kitesurfing]
Cala d’Hort, Balearic Islands
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Snorkeling]
Plage de La Baule, Pays de la Loire
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
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]

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]