Wind Days = % of days with 12–35 knot average wind speed (ideal kiting conditions). Based on 4 years of historical weather data.
31%
Avg Wind Days
year-round
10.3kts
Avg Wind
year-round
12°
Avg Temp
feels 9°
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
Weymouth Bandstand is a beach break located on Dorset's south-facing coast along the English Channel. The spot features a wide sand and shingle beach adjacent to Weymouth Bay, with the River Wey estuary visible to the southwest. Water conditions are characterized by rough chop and moderate tidal influence typical of south coast UK breaks. The spot faces east toward open water across the bay. Wind reliability is moderate at 31.3%, with average winds around 10.3 knots. Northerly winds provide ideal side-shore conditions for this east-facing beach. Water temperatures average 12.1°C, requiring seasonal wetsuit considerations. Wave heights average under 1 meter, making this suitable for intermediate riders seeking consistent, manageable conditions. The presence of tidal flats, estuary outflow, and commercial harbor activity requires awareness of changing water dynamics throughout the day. Crowded beach conditions during summer months may limit launch and landing areas.
Hazards & Safety
Shallow water and mudflats near shore
Strong tidal currents from River Wey estuary visible on left
Beach break shorebreak during onshore conditions
Swimmers and beach users in designated areas
Breakwater and harbor infrastructure to the south
Water turbidity indicating sediment load and variable conditions
Live Wind Forecast
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Water Conditions
Historical ocean data for wetsuit planning & water type
13°C
Avg Water Temp
1.0m
Avg Waves
⚠️ Rough Chop
Typical Conditions
🧥 4/3mm Fullsuit
Typical Wetsuit
Challenging chop, experienced riders
Wind Characteristics
SWDominant Direction
Very GustyChallenging conditions, advanced only
Best Time to Kite
Wind reliability by time of day (average across all months)
Morning
6am – 12pm
35%wind days
Best
Afternoon
12pm – 6pm
41%wind days
Evening
6pm – 9pm
31%wind days
Monthly Breakdown
Historical averages based on 4 years of data
Month
Wind Days
Avg Wind
Temp
Water
Best Time
Rain
Jan
36%
11kts
7°feels 3°
10°
AM
~12d
Feb
47%
12kts
8°feels 4°
9°
PM
~11d
Mar
37%
11kts
8°feels 5°
Monthly Water Conditions
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