Wind Days = % of days with 12–35 knot average wind speed (ideal kiting conditions). Based on 4 years of historical weather data.
22%
Avg Wind Days
year-round
9.1kts
Avg Wind
year-round
16°
Avg Temp
feels 13°
4yrs
Data History
analyzed
Spot Overview
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Beach BreakSpot Type
BeginnerSkill Level
NE45°Best Wind
Waves breaking on sandy bottom, varied conditions
About This Spot
Middleton Day St is a sheltered beach-break located on South Australia's Gulf St Vincent coastline, approximately 35km south of Adelaide. The spot features a northwest-facing shore protected by suburban development inland and gradual sandy bottom near-shore. The beach experiences consistent small-to-moderate waves (1.29m average) suitable for progression, with a bay setting providing natural wind acceleration and protection from extreme swell. Best conditions occur with northeast winds providing clean side-shore conditions. The area suits beginner to intermediate kiters due to manageable wave size and relatively forgiving waters, though low wind reliability (22.4%) means sessions are weather-dependent. Watch for potential rip current activity in deeper channels beyond the break zone, and maintain awareness of residential proximity. The protected bay setting makes this ideal for skill development, though advanced riders seeking challenge should look elsewhere. Water temperature averages 15.7°C, requiring wetsuit consideration during cooler months.
Hazards & Safety
Residential development proximity
Potential strong rip currents in deeper water channels
Shallow near-shore areas with uneven bottom
Boat traffic in wider bay area
Inconsistent wind reliability (22.4%)
Live Wind Forecast
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Water Conditions
Historical ocean data for wetsuit planning & water type
17°C
Avg Water Temp
1.3m
Avg Waves
🏄 Waves
Typical Conditions
🤿 3/2mm Fullsuit
Typical Wetsuit
Proper waves for wave riding
Wind Characteristics
SDominant Direction
Very GustyChallenging conditions, advanced only
Best Time to Kite
Wind reliability by time of day (average across all months)
Morning
6am – 12pm
24%wind days
Best
Afternoon
12pm – 6pm
38%wind days
Evening
6pm – 9pm
27%wind days
Monthly Breakdown
Historical averages based on 4 years of data
Month
Wind Days
Avg Wind
Temp
Water
Best Time
Rain
Jan
19%
9kts
20°feels 19°
20°
PM
~4d
Feb
22%
9kts
20°feels 19°
20°
PM
~1d
Mar
14%
8kts
19°feels 18°
Monthly Water Conditions
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