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Bay of Fires kitesurf, wingfoil and surf spot

Australia · Tasmania

Spot currently openIntermediate levelAltitude 28 m -41.18 | 148.27

Overview

Bay of Fires is an exceptional kitesurfing spot located on the northeast coast of Tasmania. Bay of Fires is regularly ranked among the most beautiful beaches in the world, famous for its granite rocks covered in bright orange lichen, its pristine white sand and crystal-clear turquoise water. It is an iconic Tasmanian location.

The dominant wind comes from the northwest to north in summer, blowing offshore to cross-offshore on this east coast. Waves are moderate and the water is incredibly clear. The bottom is sandy with characteristic granite rocks. The beach stretches over 50 km.

The best season is from November to March. The spot is suitable for intermediate to advanced riders. The water is cold (14-18 degrees C), a thick wetsuit is necessary. The northern area is accessible by road, the southern area requires a hike. It is a spot that offers a kitesurfing experience in a world-renowned natural setting.

Accommodation is available in Binalong Bay to the south. Camping is possible in some areas. It is a must-visit destination for any kitesurfer visiting Tasmania.

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Spot forecast for Bay of Fires

Sunrise 06:10 · Sunset 19:32

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Wave height: < 0.5 m 0.5–1 m 1–2 m 2–3 m ≥ 3 m

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Tides

Heights above lowest astronomical tide, in the spot's local time. Computed 3.4 km from the spot.

6:0012:0018:006:0012:0018:006:0012:0018:006:0012:0018:006:0012:0018:00Tue 20Wed 21Thu 22Fri 23Sat 24 Now04:521 m10:000.7 m16:041.2 m23:060.3 m05:341 m11:020.6 m16:571.2 m23:470.3 m06:111.1 m11:560.6 m17:491.2 m00:240.3 m06:461.1 m12:450.5 m18:411.2 m01:010.3 m07:211.2 m13:330.4 m19:351.2 m
  • Tuesday 20 October High tide · 1 m Low tide · 0.7 m High tide · 1.2 m Low tide · 0.3 m
  • Wednesday 21 October High tide · 1 m Low tide · 0.6 m High tide · 1.2 m Low tide · 0.3 m
  • Thursday 22 October High tide · 1.1 m Low tide · 0.6 m High tide · 1.2 m
  • Friday 23 October Low tide · 0.3 m High tide · 1.1 m Low tide · 0.5 m High tide · 1.2 m
  • Saturday 24 October Low tide · 0.3 m High tide · 1.2 m Low tide · 0.4 m High tide · 1.2 m

Bay of Fires: when to go?

Rideable days and hours computed for a minimum wind of 7 knots · log in to set your own (foil, twin-tip…)

Season · peak

316h

in September · 27 rideable days

The season runs from August to October, peaking in September: 26 rideable days a month and 316 hours of usable wind, at 15 °C. The low point is May, at 19 days.

Rideable days per month

0 10 20 30 January: 23.5 rideable days J February: 23 rideable days F March: 23 rideable days M April: 21 rideable days A May: 19 rideable days19 d M June: 22 rideable days J July: 21.5 rideable days J August: 25.5 rideable days A September: 27 rideable days27 d S October: 26 rideable days O November: 19 rideable days19 d N December: 27.5 rideable days D 0 10 20 30 January: 23.5 rideable days J February: 23 rideable days F March: 23 rideable days M April: 21 rideable days A May: 19 rideable days19 d M June: 22 rideable days J July: 21.5 rideable days J August: 25.5 rideable days A September: 27 rideable days27 d S October: 26 rideable days O November: 19 rideable days19 d N December: 27.5 rideable days D

Wind strength when it is rideable

7-12 knots · 67%13-20 knots · 29%21-30 knots · 3%

When the spot works, wind sits mostly between 7 and 12 knots — 67% of rideable hours. Big-kite territory. The coldest month is June, at 13 °C. The wettest month is November, with 114 mm.

Monthly averages: Bay of Fires
Monthly averages — Bay of Fires — averaged over 2 years of records — Weather data by Open-Meteo.com — How it is calculated
Month Rideable days Usable wind Temperature Rain
January 23.5 205 h 21 °C 67 mm
February 23.0 201 h 23 °C 63 mm
March 23.0 188 h 21 °C 38 mm
April 21.0 167 h 18 °C 53 mm
May 19.0 160 h 16 °C 56 mm
June 22.0 182 h 13 °C 60 mm
July 21.5 196 h 13 °C 103 mm
August 25.5 255 h 14 °C 58 mm
September 27.0 316 h 15 °C 62 mm
October 26.0 285 h 16 °C 65 mm
November 19.0 211 h 17 °C 114 mm
December 27.5 293 h 21 °C 47 mm

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Technical details of Bay of Fires spot

N: Rideable NNE: Depending on conditions NE: Not rideable ENE: Not rideable E: Not rideable ESE: Not rideable SE: Not rideable SSE: Not rideable S: Depending on conditions SSW: Depending on conditions SW: Rideable WSW: Rideable W: Rideable WNW: Rideable NW: Rideable NNW: Rideable N E S W

The spot works with winds from N, SW, WSW, W, WNW, NW, NNW.

Depending on conditions: NNE, S, SSW.

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Spot opening date · Required level
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Open all year round
Required level
Intermediate

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