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Surfing in Melros, Mandurah, Western Australia Australia

Best Wind Direction:
East
Skill Level:
Experienced Surfers
Mandurah is the second-largest city in Western Australia and it is situated at about 72 km/45 mi in the south of the capital city, Perth. The climate is classified as Mediterranean, with hot and dry summers and cool and wet winters. The seaside town and all the section of the coastline attract a large number of tourists and sport enthusiasts all year long.

Melros is an exposed beach and reef break that offers reliable surf at all stages of the tide. Offshore winds blow from the east, southeast and the ideal swell direction is from the west, southwest. Surfers are able to explore the waves with swell sizes that can start from 1 m-1.5 m/3 ft-5 ft and hold up to 3 m/10 ft. In addition, the spot offers both left and right hand waves and it is suitable for more experienced surfers.

In summer, the wind blows offshore at 50%, in autumn the wind blows at 54%, in winter at 37% and in spring at 43%. Furthermore, the best tide position is all tides. Last but not least, Mandurah caters for a variety of hotels, cosy bars and good restaurants to relax and have fun after a performance of your favorite sport. Note: be careful of sharks, locals, rips and rocks.