Windsurfing in Western Australia
7 windsurfing spots in Western Australia, Australia. The colours show each month: the stronger, the better for windsurfing.
Updated November 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Best time for windsurfing in Western Australia: January, December. Then about 19 windy days a month and water around 23°C (shorty).
- Top picks: Gnaraloo – Tombstones, Exmouth – Sandy Bay & Coronation Beach.
- For beginners: Safety Bay – Bent Street.
Windy days: days with at least 2 hours of 15+ knots between 9:00 and 18:00, averaged over recent years.
Month by month in Western Australia
| Month | Windy days | Water | Wetsuit | Air |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 20 | 23°C | shorty | 30°C |
| FebruaryFeb | 14 | 23°C | shorty | 31°C |
| MarchMar | 13 | 24°C | shorty | 30°C |
| AprilApr | 7 | 23°C | shorty | 26°C |
| MayMay | 8 | 22°C | shorty | 24°C |
| JuneJun | 9 | 21°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 20°C |
| JulyJul | 10 | 20°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 20°C |
| AugustAug | 10 | 19°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 20°C |
| SeptemberSep | 12 | 19°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 22°C |
| OctoberOct | 14 | 20°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 24°C |
| NovemberNov | 16 | 21°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 26°C |
| DecemberDec | 19 | 23°C | shorty | 29°C |
Averages of the 7 spots on this page. Best months highlighted. Air: average daytime high.
Questions
When is the best time for windsurfing in Western Australia?
Best time for windsurfing in Western Australia: January, December. Then about 19 windy days a month and water around 23°C (shorty).
What wetsuit do I need in Western Australia?
It depends on the month: about 24°C water in March (shorty) and about 19°C in August (3/2 wetsuit).
Is Western Australia good for beginners?
Yes, these spots suit beginners: Safety Bay – Bent Street.
Which airport is closest?
Carnarvon Airport (CVQ), 113 km from Gnaraloo – Tombstones; Learmonth Airport (LEA), 25 km from Exmouth – Sandy Bay; Geraldton Airport (GET), 30 km from Coronation Beach.