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)
Oakura Beach Holiday Park, Taranaki
: Best for [Surfing, Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
Kirra Beach, Queensland
: Best for [Surfing, Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
Coffs Harbour Beach, New South Wales
: Best for [Surfing, Standup Paddle]
Fingal Beach, New South Wales
: Best for [Surfing, Standup Paddle]
Southside Beach, Victoria
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing, Surfing, Snorkeling]
Redhead Beach, New South Wales
: Best for [Surfing, Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
Queens Beach Hotel, Queensland
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing, Surfing, Snorkeling]
Fitzroy Beach Holiday Park, Taranaki
: Best for [Surfing, Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
Fitzroy Beach Holiday Park, Taranaki
: Best for [Surfing, Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
Tata Beach, Otago
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Snorkeling]
Rose Bay Beach, New South Wales
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Snorkeling]
Waimanaaki, Wellington
: Best for [Surfing, Standup Paddle]
Beaches for Spring (Mar - May)
Beaches for Summer (Jun - Aug)
O Beach Ibiza, Illes Balears
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
Playa La Fontanilla, Andalusia
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
Zarautz Beach, Basque Country
: Best for [Surfing, Kitesurfing, Standup Paddle]
Playa de la Redondela, Andalusia
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
Saltholmen, Västra Götalands län
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
Castelejo Beach, Faro District
: Best for [Surfing, Kitesurfing]
Mindil Beach, Northern Territory
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
Tobisviks Camping, Skåne län
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
Vale Figueiras Beach, Faro District
: Best for [Surfing, Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
Hundestrand Sierksdorf, Schleswig-Holstein
: Best for [Standup Paddle, Kitesurfing]
Praia de Quiaios, Coimbra
: Best for [Surfing, Kitesurfing]
Plage de Lafitenia, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
: Best for [Surfing, 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]