Mermaid Beach, Australia
Mermaid Beach, Australia is a Small waves, Medium waves and Big waves spot. It is a kitesurfing spot for Intermediate riders, but Expert will love it.
There is Food available on the spot.
Have fun after the ride: enjoy Nightlife close to Mermaid Beach, Australia !
Safety first! There is Rescue/Lifeguards on the spot.
Mermaid Beach, Australia is a Small waves, Medium waves and Big waves spot. It is a kitesurfing spot for Intermediate riders, but Expert will love it.
There is Food available on the spot.
Have fun after the ride: enjoy Nightlife close to Mermaid Beach, Australia !
Safety first! There is Rescue/Lifeguards on the spot.
How to get there
Mermaid Beach is located in the centre of the city of the Gold Coast. The heart of the Gold Coast is Surfers Paradise. Mermaid Beach is 5 minutes drive south of Surfers Paradise. The main airport for the Gold Coast is located in Coolangatta which is around 25 minutes south of Mermaid Beach. Bus transport travels to Mermaid Beach from both Coolangatta and Surfers Paradise. If you are coming from Brisbane you can go by train/bus.
Nearest Airports
Distance
105km from spot
1545km from spot
1140km from spot
How to get there
How to get there
Mermaid Beach is located in the centre of the city of the Gold Coast. The heart of the Gold Coast is Surfers Paradise. Mermaid Beach is 5 minutes drive south of Surfers Paradise. The main airport for the Gold Coast is located in Coolangatta which is around 25 minutes south of Mermaid Beach. Bus transport travels to Mermaid Beach from both Coolangatta and Surfers Paradise. If you are coming from Brisbane you can go by train/bus.
Nearest Airports
Distance
105km from spot
1545km from spot
1140km from spot
Best Schools in Queensland
Riding Conditions in Mermaid Beach, Australia
Riding Conditions
Wind and Weather Conditions
The weather is wonderful all year round. The air temp in September to April is 25-35°C and the water temp 20-23°C. In April to August the day air temp is 20-25°C and the water temp is 18-20°C. It is possible to kitesurf, surf all year round. Most people wear board shorts except for May to July they may wear a spring suit.
There is Thermal and Frontal wind at Mermaid Beach, Australia.
During the windy season you can expect wind 5-6 days a week. During the winter months expect 2-3 days of wind. The average wind is between 15-25 knots. The best wind season is August to April. Mid March to April is cyclone season so expect 25 knots+ during these months.
The best moments to come to Mermaid Beach, Australia are January, February, March, April, August, September, October, November and December .
Wind and Weather Conditions
Wind and Weather Conditions
The weather is wonderful all year round. The air temp in September to April is 25-35°C and the water temp 20-23°C. In April to August the day air temp is 20-25°C and the water temp is 18-20°C. It is possible to kitesurf, surf all year round. Most people wear board shorts except for May to July they may wear a spring suit.
There is Thermal and Frontal wind at Mermaid Beach, Australia.
During the windy season you can expect wind 5-6 days a week. During the winter months expect 2-3 days of wind. The average wind is between 15-25 knots. The best wind season is August to April. Mid March to April is cyclone season so expect 25 knots+ during these months.
The best moments to come to Mermaid Beach, Australia are January, February, March, April, August, September, October, November and December .
Beach and Tide Conditions
Mermaid Beach, Australia is a Small waves, Medium waves and Big waves spot.
The launching/landing area is reported to be of Medium size.
The beach is soft golden sand with ample launching and landing area.
Ocean beach break. Mid March to April is cyclone season so expect 6-10 foot swell.
Beach and Tide Conditions
Beach and Tide Conditions
Mermaid Beach, Australia is a Small waves, Medium waves and Big waves spot.
The launching/landing area is reported to be of Medium size.
The beach is soft golden sand with ample launching and landing area.
Ocean beach break. Mid March to April is cyclone season so expect 6-10 foot swell.
Need to know
There are riding zones on the spot, be sure you respect them.
Need to know
Need to know
There are riding zones on the spot, be sure you respect them.
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Additional information
A parking is available at Mermaid Beach, Australia.
The spot has Showers and Toilets facilities.
There is Food available on the spot
Please stay at lease 100 m from any flagged swimming area on the Gold Coast. These areas are for swimmers only and are marked by red/yellow flags either side. Other than that respect all beach and water users.
Webcams around Mermaid Beach, Australia
Webcams around Mermaid Beach, Australia
Weather Forecast for the next 10days
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21:00 0.8m
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21:35 0.8m
Wind and Temperature over the past years
Wind and Temperature over the past years
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More about Kitesurfing in Queensland
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Wind stats in Queensland...
| Month | % of Windy Days (more than 15kts) |
|---|---|
| Jan | 60 |
| Feb | 64 |
| Mar | 64 |
| Apr | 59 |
| May | 41 |
| Jun | 32 |
| Jul | 35 |
| Aug | 31 |
| Sep | 39 |
| Oct | 48 |
| Nov | 44 |
| Dec | 48 |
% of Windy Days (more than 15kts)
Additional information
There are 9 kitesurf schools and 68 kitesurf spots in Queensland.
Best months: January February March October November December
Best months: January February March October November December
Accomodation around the spot
Mermaid Beach, Australia
