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Wind Surfing in Seacliff Beach, Adelaide, South Australia Australia

Swelling rate:
1 m / 3 ft
Wind speed :
10-20 kn/18.5-37 kph
Adelaide, the liveliest city in Australia, is the capital of South Australia state. The city is situated on the Adelaide Plains and more specifically at the north side of Fleurieu Peninsula. The city is built next to Torrens River and is surrounded by the Mount Lofty Ranges and the Gulf St Vincent.

Adelaide is a popular destination for the lovers of windsurfing offering a great number of beaches suitable for this extreme sport. Seacliff Beach, situated on the southwest side of the city, is a historical beach as far as windsurfing is concerned. It combines both sand and reef, and provides perfect wave/slalom conditions.

The sea-breezes are smooth and pretty light during summertime, helping the beginner windsurfer. The winds have speeds from 10 to 20 kn/18.5-37 kph and are South South-Easterlies, whereas water temperature ranges between 20-22°C/68-71.60°F. Swell rates are usually no more than 1 m / 3 ft.

Note: Pay attention to the rocky shoreline located in front of the caravan park.