Long south-coast beach next to Hewanorra airport, with side-onshore trades and a protective reef offshore. It is choppy near the launch and flatter farther upwind, and a channel through the reef leads to swell outside. Expect a small shore break and beginner lessons near the Coconut Bay centre.
● Beginner spot Today's rating, which adds wind, gusts and swell, is in the live forecast.
Riding
chop, flat upwind, waves at reef
Beach faces
E (about 100°)
Best wind
From the NNW to ENE or SE to SW (side-shore)
Offshore (avoid)
From the WSW to NW
Season
NE–E trades about 15–25 kt from Nov to Jul, most consistent Dec–Jun; lighter in the Aug–Oct hurricane season.
Nearest airport report
Hewanorra International TLPL
Location
13.7300, -60.9460 (approximate)
Kite schools & rentals
School and rentalCoconut Bay Surf ShackAnse de Sables (Sandy Beach), Vieux Fortcbayresort.com/surf-shack/ratesPhone +1 758 459 6000kitesurf@cbayresort.comInstagram @cbay_stluciaDetails found 2026-11. Confirm before booking.
Kite schoolKitesurfing St LuciaCas en Bas (Cotton Bay), Gros Isletwww.kitesurfingstlucia.comDetails found 2026-11. Confirm before booking.
Guide only. Forecasts, gear sizes and spot notes can be wrong or out of date. Check conditions on the beach, take lessons from a certified instructor, ride within your ability and never ride alone. See the full disclaimer.