Overview

The Spit is a very popular kitesurfing spot located on the Sunshine Coast in Queensland, at the northern end of Mooloolaba. It is the sand spit that forms the entrance to the Mooloolah River. It is one of the most frequented spots on the Sunshine Coast thanks to its versatility: flat water on the river side and waves on the ocean side. The prevailing south-east wind (trade winds) blows cross-shore to cross-onshore, offering excellent conditions for all levels. On the river side, the water is flat and shallow, perfect for beginners and freestyle. On the ocean side, waves provide a playground for more experienced riders. Water temperature ranges from 20°C in winter to 27°C in summer. The best season is from October to March, with consistent winds of 15 to 25 knots. The Spit is a very social spot with an active kitesurfing community. Watch out for strong currents at the river entrance, especially during tide changes. The spot can be crowded on good wind days. Parking is available nearby with showers and amenities. It is an essential Sunshine Coast spot, offering one of the best flat water/wave combinations in the region. Kite schools are active here and the atmosphere is friendly.

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Spot forecast for The Spit

Sunrise 05:07 · Sunset 17:57

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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 0.8 km from the spot.

Tuesday 20 October High tide 03:35 · 1 m Low tide 08:56 · 0.6 m High tide 15:45 · 1.5 m Low tide 22:30 · 0.5 m
Wednesday 21 October High tide 04:29 · 1.2 m Low tide 09:59 · 0.6 m High tide 16:31 · 1.6 m Low tide 23:07 · 0.4 m
Thursday 22 October High tide 05:11 · 1.3 m Low tide 10:53 · 0.5 m High tide 17:11 · 1.6 m Low tide 23:40 · 0.3 m
Friday 23 October High tide 05:49 · 1.5 m Low tide 11:42 · 0.4 m High tide 17:49 · 1.6 m
Saturday 24 October Low tide 00:11 · 0.2 m High tide 06:25 · 1.6 m Low tide 12:27 · 0.4 m High tide 18:26 · 1.6 m

The Spit: 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

282h

in March · 25.5 rideable days

The season runs from December to March, peaking in March: 25 rideable days a month and 282 hours of usable wind, at 28 °C. The low point is June, at 8 days.

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Wind strength when it is rideable

7-12 knots · 84%13-20 knots · 16%21-30 knots · under 1%

When the spot works, wind sits mostly between 7 and 12 knots — 84% of rideable hours. Big-kite territory. The coldest month is July, at 20 °C. The wettest month is March, with 315 mm.

Monthly averages: The Spit

Monthly averages — The Spit — averaged over 2 years of records — Weather data by Open-Meteo.com — How it is calculated
Month	Rideable days	Usable wind	Temperature	Rain
January	24.5	223 h	28 °C	255 mm
February	24.5	256 h	28 °C	139 mm
March	25.5	282 h	27 °C	315 mm
April	17.5	149 h	25 °C	160 mm
May	22.0	194 h	23 °C	127 mm
June	8.0	55 h	21 °C	33 mm
July	9.0	72 h	20 °C	55 mm
August	16.0	126 h	21 °C	91 mm
September	17.5	110 h	24 °C	27 mm
October	22.0	152 h	25 °C	81 mm
November	18.5	149 h	27 °C	167 mm
December	23.5	198 h	27 °C	169 mm

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Technical details of The Spit spot

The spot works with winds from ENE, E, ESE, SE, SSE.

Depending on conditions: NE, S.

RideableDepending on conditions Not rideable

Spot opening date · Required level

Spot opening date: Open all year round
Required level: Beginner

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