Wind Surfing in Cottesloe Beach, Perth,
Western Australia Australia
Best Wind Direction:
South, Southwest
Best Period:
October-March
Perth is the capital city of Western Australia, located on the Swan River. The climate here is classified as Mediterranean, with hot and dry summers and cool and wet winters. Immerse yourself in the unique combination of stunning natural surroundings, beautiful beaches with clear waters, greenery park-lands and outstanding city architecture that attract visitors all year long.
Cottesloe beach is a beautiful sandy beach that offers to locals and visitors a variety of water-sports. It is popular amongst surfers, kiters and windsurfers, as it provides great sea breeze conditions, especially from October to March. Windsurfers can explore the waves with swell sizes that start from 1 m/3 ft and hold up to 5 m/16 ft.
The best wind direction is from the south, southwest. In addition, the spot is suitable for more experienced windsurfers. In summer, the wind blows offshore at 48%, in autumn the wind blows at 55%, in winter at 39% and in spring at 43%. Keep in mind that windsurfers launching point is located on the south side of the beach. Note: be careful of sharks and locals.