Parawing in Australia
3 parawing spots in Australia. The colours show each month: the stronger, the better for parawing.
Updated October 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Best time for parawing in Australia: January, December. Then about 14 windy days a month and water around 22°C (shorty).
- Top picks: Safety Bay – Bent Street, Lancelin & Melbourne – St Kilda.
- For beginners: Safety Bay – Bent Street & Melbourne – St Kilda.
Regions
Safety Bay – Bent StreetWestern Australia, Australia · best January, DecemberBeginner-friendly · 23°C water in season, shorty · ✈ PER 46 km
LancelinWestern Australia, Australia · best January, DecemberIntermediate and up · 23°C water in season, shorty · ✈ PER 119 km
Melbourne – St KildaVictoria, Australia · best January–March, November–DecemberBeginner-friendly · 21°C water in season, 3/2 wetsuit · ✈ MEB 17 kmWindy days: days with at least 2 hours of 15+ knots between 9:00 and 18:00, averaged over recent years.
Month by month in Australia
| Month | Windy days | Water | Wetsuit | Air |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 13 | 23°C | shorty | 29°C |
| FebruaryFeb | 9 | 23°C | shorty | 29°C |
| MarchMar | 8 | 22°C | shorty | 27°C |
| AprilApr | 3 | 21°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 23°C |
| MayMay | 4 | 19°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 20°C |
| JuneJun | 7 | 17°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 17°C |
| JulyJul | 7 | 16°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 16°C |
| AugustAug | 7 | 16°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 17°C |
| SeptemberSep | 6 | 17°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 19°C |
| OctoberOct | 6 | 18°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 21°C |
| NovemberNov | 10 | 20°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 24°C |
| DecemberDec | 14 | 22°C | shorty | 27°C |
Averages of the 3 spots on this page. Best months highlighted. Air: average daytime high.
Questions
When is the best time for parawing in Australia?
Best time for parawing in Australia: January, December. Then about 14 windy days a month and water around 22°C (shorty).
What wetsuit do I need in Australia?
It depends on the month: about 23°C water in January (shorty) and about 16°C in July (4/3 wetsuit).
Is Australia good for beginners?
Yes, these spots suit beginners: Safety Bay – Bent Street & Melbourne – St Kilda.
Which airport is closest?
Perth International Airport (PER), 46 km from Safety Bay – Bent Street; Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB), 17 km from Melbourne – St Kilda.