Wind Days = % of days with 12–35 knot average wind speed (ideal kiting conditions). Based on 4 years of historical weather data.
15%
Avg Wind Days
year-round
7.9kts
Avg Wind
year-round
28°
Avg Temp
feels 32°
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
Sao Beach is a northwest-facing beach break located on Vietnam's southern coast. The spot features a gradual sandy slope with visible rocky formations at the northern end and developed infrastructure along the shoreline. Water conditions are typically choppy rather than well-organized, with small average wave heights of 0.49m. Wind reliability is notably low at 14.9%, meaning consistent kitesurfing windows are infrequent. When conditions align, northeast winds provide ideal side-shore conditions for this northwest-facing coast. The spot's shallow depth and choppy characteristics make it suitable primarily for beginners seeking flat-water practice rather than wave riding. Kiters should be prepared for extended periods without sufficient wind, and should avoid the rocky sections at the northern end. The proximity to residential and commercial development suggests moderate local traffic. Best sessions occur during seasonal wind patterns when northeast breezes develop, though overall this location is better suited for casual riding and progression rather than serious wave or freestyle pursuits.