Wind Days = % of days with 12–35 knot average wind speed (ideal kiting conditions). Based on 4 years of historical weather data.
6%
Avg Wind Days
year-round
7.7kts
Avg Wind
year-round
17°
Avg Temp
feels 16°
4yrs
Data History
analyzed
Spot Overview
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Beach BreakSpot Type
IntermediateSkill Level
Waves breaking on sandy bottom, varied conditions
About This Spot
Cape le Grand is a Western Australian beach break featuring a long, white sandy beach fronting dense coastal forest and rocky headlands. The spot faces west toward the Indian Ocean, with side-shore wind potential from northerly and southerly directions. The southern section displays significant rocky outcrops and reef formations that break up swell patterns, while the northern beach offers more open water access. Water conditions show variable depth with visible reef structures and potential for strong rip currents. The spot receives limited swell due to modest wave averages (1.21m), making it more suitable for lighter wind conditions and cross-shore sessions. The low wind reliability (6%) suggests inconsistent thermal and pressure-driven winds. Best suited for intermediate kiters seeking a less-crowded, reef-aware option with technical navigation requirements. The isolated location and rocky hazards demand local knowledge and respect for changing conditions. Access via winding coastal road indicates limited facilities and rescue services, requiring self-sufficiency and conservative decision-making.
Hazards & Safety
Rocky outcrops and reef formations along southern section
Shallow water near beach in some areas
Strong currents indicated by water color transitions
Winding access road suggests remote location with limited services
Cliff faces and elevated terrain create wind shadow zones
Abrupt depth changes visible in water coloring
Live Wind Forecast
Real-time wind conditions and 10-day forecast powered by ECMWF
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Water Conditions
Historical ocean data for wetsuit planning & water type
18°C
Avg Water Temp
1.2m
Avg Waves
🏄 Waves
Typical Conditions
🤿 3/2mm Fullsuit
Typical Wetsuit
Proper waves for wave riding
Wind Characteristics
EDominant Direction
Very GustyChallenging conditions, advanced only
Best Time to Kite
Wind reliability by time of day (average across all months)
Morning
6am – 12pm
12%wind days
Best
Afternoon
12pm – 6pm
22%wind days
Evening
6pm – 9pm
11%wind days
Monthly Breakdown
Historical averages based on 4 years of data
Month
Wind Days
Avg Wind
Temp
Water
Best Time
Rain
Jan
2%
8kts
21°feels 20°
19°
PM
~2d
Feb
4%
8kts
22°feels 21°
20°
PM
~3d
Mar
0%
7kts
21°feels 20°
Monthly Water Conditions
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