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Newport Pier kitesurf, wingfoil and surf spot
United States · California
Overview
Newport Pier is a kitesurfing spot located near the historic Newport Beach Pier in Orange County, California. This ocean beach offers consistent waves and west to northwest afternoon thermal winds. The proximity of Newport's historic pier creates interesting but demanding conditions suited for experienced riders. The spot is at the heart of Newport Beach's vibrant water sports scene.
Spot forecast for Newport Pier
Sunrise 07:00 · Sunset 18:12
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Tides
Heights above lowest astronomical tide, in the spot's local time. Computed 2 km from the spot.
- Monday 19 October High tide · 1.7 m Low tide · 1.4 m High tide · 1.8 m
- Tuesday 20 October Low tide · 0.7 m High tide · 1.8 m Low tide · 1.3 m High tide · 1.8 m
- Wednesday 21 October Low tide · 0.7 m High tide · 1.9 m Low tide · 1.1 m High tide · 1.9 m
- Thursday 22 October Low tide · 0.7 m High tide · 2 m Low tide · 0.9 m High tide · 1.9 m
- Friday 23 October Low tide · 0.7 m High tide · 2.1 m Low tide · 0.7 m High tide · 1.9 m
Newport Pier: when to go?
Rideable days and hours computed for a minimum wind of 7 knots · log in to set your own (foil, twin-tip…)
137h
in May · 24.5 rideable days
The season runs from March to October, peaking in May: 20 rideable days a month and 137 hours of usable wind, at 21 °C. The low point is December, at 5 days.
Rideable days per month
Wind strength when it is rideable
When the spot works, wind sits mostly between 7 and 12 knots — 92% of rideable hours. Big-kite territory. The coldest month is February, at 17 °C. The wettest month is February, with 135 mm.
Monthly averages: Newport Pier
| Month | Rideable days | Usable wind | Temperature | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 11.0 | 57 h | 18 °C | 36 mm |
| February | 13.0 | 84 h | 17 °C | 135 mm |
| March | 19.5 | 124 h | 17 °C | 62 mm |
| April | 21.0 | 140 h | 17 °C | 4 mm |
| May | 24.5 | 137 h | 19 °C | 1 mm |
| June | 19.5 | 120 h | 21 °C | 0 mm |
| July | 19.5 | 120 h | 23 °C | 0 mm |
| August | 18.0 | 103 h | 24 °C | 0 mm |
| September | 23.0 | 129 h | 23 °C | 0 mm |
| October | 18.0 | 88 h | 21 °C | 13 mm |
| November | 12.0 | 59 h | 19 °C | 46 mm |
| December | 5.0 | 25 h | 18 °C | 30 mm |
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Technical details of Newport Pier spot
The spot works with winds from S, SSW, SW, W, WNW, NW.
Spot opening date · Required level
- Spot opening date
- Open all year round
- Required level
- Advanced
On the water
Ocean spot with waves from 0.5 to 2m depending on swell. Moderate to powerful shore break near the pier. Water is temperate (14-21°C/57-70°F), a 3/2 wetsuit is recommended. Sandy bottom with shifting sandbars. Drift currents along the beach and rip currents near the pier. Good wave riding opportunities.
Hazards
Newport Pier — major obstacle, maintain absolute safe distance. Strong rip currents near the pier structures. Very busy area with swimmers, surfers, and anglers. Powerful shore break on swell days. Strict regulations on kite zones — check local restrictions. Fishing lines from the pier.
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