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Haldimand Beach kitesurf and wingfoil spot
Canada · Québec
Overview
Kitesurf spot at Haldimand Beach, near Gaspé, on the south coast of the Baie de Gaspé. This long sand beach is one of the most beautiful in the region. The spot faces northeast toward the bay opening, catching offshore winds. The beach is easily accessible from Gaspé town with parking. Sandy bottom and progressive depth make it an accessible spot. Views of Forillon Park cliffs to the north.
Spot forecast for Haldimand Beach
Sunrise 06:45 · Sunset 17:18
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Tides
Heights above lowest astronomical tide, in the spot's local time. Computed 3.2 km from the spot.
- Tuesday 20 October Low tide · 0.6 m High tide · 0.9 m Low tide · 0.6 m High tide · 1.3 m
- Wednesday 21 October Low tide · 0.5 m High tide · 0.9 m Low tide · 0.6 m High tide · 1.3 m
- Thursday 22 October Low tide · 0.5 m High tide · 1.1 m Low tide · 0.5 m
- Friday 23 October High tide · 1.3 m Low tide · 0.4 m High tide · 1.2 m Low tide · 0.4 m
- Saturday 24 October High tide · 1.3 m Low tide · 0.4 m High tide · 1.4 m Low tide · 0.3 m
Haldimand Beach: when to go?
Rideable days and hours computed for a minimum wind of 7 knots · log in to set your own (foil, twin-tip…)
118h
in May · 16.5 rideable days
The season runs from March to June, peaking in May: 13 rideable days a month and 118 hours of usable wind, at 11 °C. The low point is December, at 4 days.
Rideable days per month
Wind strength when it is rideable
When the spot works, wind sits mostly between 7 and 12 knots — 84% of rideable hours. Big-kite territory. The coldest month is January, at -3 °C. The wettest month is March, with 179 mm.
Monthly averages: Haldimand Beach
| Month | Rideable days | Usable wind | Temperature | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6.5 | 47 h | -3 °C | 82 mm |
| February | 6.0 | 44 h | -3 °C | 77 mm |
| March | 9.5 | 73 h | 2 °C | 179 mm |
| April | 15.0 | 107 h | 7 °C | 107 mm |
| May | 16.5 | 118 h | 14 °C | 76 mm |
| June | 10.0 | 50 h | 21 °C | 76 mm |
| July | 6.5 | 24 h | 25 °C | 47 mm |
| August | 6.0 | 35 h | 24 °C | 96 mm |
| September | 6.0 | 31 h | 19 °C | 72 mm |
| October | 9.5 | 72 h | 13 °C | 115 mm |
| November | 11.5 | 98 h | 4 °C | 146 mm |
| December | 4.0 | 25 h | -2 °C | 99 mm |
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Technical details of Haldimand Beach spot
The spot works with winds from N, NNE, NE, ENE, E, ESE, SE, NNW.
Spot opening date · Required level
- Spot opening date
- Open all year round
- Required level
- Intermediate
On the water
Baie de Gaspé, south side. Cold salt water (10-15°C in summer). Moderate tides (1-2m). Chop in NE and east wind coming from the open sea through the bay entrance. Sandy bottom with progressive depth. The bay offers semi-protected water. Varied conditions depending on wind direction and strength.
Hazards
Cold water — 4/3 wetsuit required. Tidal currents in the bay. Wind can be inconsistent due to mountainous terrain. Recreational boating. Popular beach in summer — respect swimmers. The bay opens to the sea — don't drift toward the exit.
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