Best surf foiling spots in Australia
The best surf foiling spots in Australia over the whole year.
Find the best time to goTap a spot to see when to go: wind, waves, water temperature, sun and rain in every month, from years of weather statistics.
Updated October 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Best waves in Australia: April–October (around 2.4 m, water 20°C, 3/2 wetsuit).
- Top picks: Lancelin, Margaret River – Surfers Point & Byron Bay – The Pass.
- For beginners: Byron Bay – The Pass.
LancelinWestern Australia · best July–August12 good monthsIntermediate and up · 19°C water in season, 3/2 wetsuit · ✈ PER 119 km2
Margaret River – Surfers PointWestern Australia · best June–August12 good monthsAdvanced only · 19°C water in season, 3/2 wetsuit · ✈ PER 244 km3
Byron Bay – The PassNew South Wales · best July–September8 good monthsBeginner-friendly · ✈ BNK 23 kmThe best surf foiling spots in Australia, ranked by wave height through the year, warm water and the number of good months, from years of weather data. Wave height: average daily maximum.
Month by month in Australia
| Month | Waves | Water | Wetsuit | Air |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 1.8 m | 22°C | shorty | 28°C |
| FebruaryFeb | 1.7 m | 22°C | shorty | 28°C |
| MarchMar | 1.8 m | 22°C | shorty | 27°C |
| AprilApr | 1.9 m | 22°C | shorty | 24°C |
| MayMay | 2.2 m | 21°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 22°C |
| JuneJun | 2.5 m | 20°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 19°C |
| JulyJul | 2.7 m | 19°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 18°C |
| AugustAug | 2.7 m | 19°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 19°C |
| SeptemberSep | 2.4 m | 19°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 20°C |
| OctoberOct | 2.3 m | 19°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 22°C |
| NovemberNov | 1.8 m | 20°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 24°C |
| DecemberDec | 1.8 m | 21°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 27°C |
Averages of the 3 spots on this page. Best months highlighted. Air: average daytime high.
Questions
When is the best time for surf foiling in Australia?
Best waves in Australia: April–October (around 2.4 m, water 20°C, 3/2 wetsuit).
What wetsuit do I need in Australia?
It depends on the month: about 22°C water in March (shorty) and about 19°C in September (3/2 wetsuit).
Is Australia good for beginners?
Yes, these spots suit beginners: Byron Bay – The Pass.
Which airport is closest?
Perth International Airport (PER), 119 km from Lancelin; Ballina Byron Gateway Airport (BNK), 23 km from Byron Bay – The Pass.