Saint Vincent and the Grenadines · St. Vincent & Grenadines
Spring Bay, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
16.2kts
E · Windsaison
Spring Bay delivers 317 windy days annually with choppy Caribbean conditions that demand solid technique. Year-round riding, but mornings are your window.
- 16.2kts
- Durchschnittswind
- 318
- Windtage / Jahr
- 08:00–11:00
- Beste Windzeit
- E
- Hauptwindrichtung
Lage
- Nächste Flughäfen
- Airport - Kingstown
- Koordinaten
- 13.0211, -61.2224
Monatliches Windprofil (Peak-Fenster)
Jan
95%
fahrbar
18.4 kts
Feb
91%
fahrbar
18.3 kts
Mär
87%
fahrbar
17.1 kts
Apr
92%
fahrbar
16.8 kts
Mai
95%
fahrbar
17.3 kts
Jun
100%
fahrbar
18.8 kts
Jul
95%
fahrbar
17.5 kts
Aug
82%
fahrbar
15.4 kts
Sep
57%
fahrbar
14.2 kts
Okt
68%
fahrbar
15.8 kts
Nov
88%
fahrbar
16.6 kts
Dez
92%
fahrbar
17.6 kts
Beste Windrichtungen
- E
- ENE
- ESE
- SE
- SSE
Wasserbedingungen
- Ocean
- Choppy
Beste Monate
Gefahren
- Choppy ocean conditions with variable swell; challenging for less experienced riders
- Rocky outcrops and reefs common in Caribbean spots; scout launch and landing areas
- Strong currents and occasional boat traffic in shipping lanes near the Grenadines
- Sudden wind shifts and thermal effects from nearby islands can create gusty conditions
Was das für dich heißt
- Riffschuhe bei Ebbe empfohlen
- Material tragen — nicht über Steine ziehen
- Starke Strömung — upwind zurücklaufen, nicht abtreiben lassen
- Auf ankernde Boote und markierte Fahrrinnen achten
Ausstattung
- Basic beach access and local accommodation in nearby settlements
- Limited on-site facilities; bring water and sun protection
- Nearby coastal communities with small shops and casual dining
Lokale Tipps
Plan sessions around local weather patterns; June-August can see heavier swells during Atlantic hurricane season. The consistent 317+ windy days annually make this a reliable year-round destination with minimal off-season.
Einstieg & Strand
Launch from sandy beach areas when accessible; the choppy ocean requires careful entry timing and strong swimming skills. East to southeast winds dominate, making morning sessions generally most consistent.
Lokale Regeln
Respect local fishermen and leisure swimmers; stay aware of boat traffic and maintain safe distances. Keep sessions to designated kite areas to avoid conflicts with other water users.
Was anziehen
A 2-3mm wetsuit is sufficient year-round given Caribbean tropical temperatures (26-29°C). Quick-dry shirt recommended for sun protection during extended sessions.
Was einpacken
Kite-Größen
- 14–17 mLeichtwind, unter 14 kn
- 11–14 mtypische Sessions, 14–22 kn
- 8–10 mstarke Tage, 20–28 kn
Boards
- Twintip — universell, gehört ins Gepäck
Was anziehen (nach Klima)
- Im Wasser
- Boardshorts oder Bikini mit Rashguard oder UV-Shirt.
- An Land
- Leichte Baumwolle; Regenjacke einpacken, wenn die Saison in die Regenzeit fällt.
Abgeleitet aus dem Breitengrad des Spots (tropische Zone) und der aktuellen Saison.
Vorfahrt & Verhalten
- 1Wer ins Wasser startet, hat Vorrang vor Ridern, die reinkommen.
- 2Der Luv-Rider weicht aus — Kite hoch halten, wenn du über einem tiefen Rider passierst.
- 3Steuerbordbug (rechte Hand vorn) hat Vorfahrt beim Kreuzen.
- 4Wer überholt, hält sich aus der Linie des langsameren Riders.
- 5Wellenreiten: Der Rider in der Welle hat sie — kein Drop-in.
Spot-Guide
The Experience
Spring Bay is unforgiving. East to southeast trade winds average 16+ knots, but island geography creates sudden shifts and thermal gusts that change mid-session. Morning windows are tighter and more predictable; afternoon conditions get stronger and messier.
You're reading ocean swells with real currents. Launch and exit matter. Hesitation gets punished here.
Wind & Conditions
317+ windy days annually makes this genuinely reliable for planning trips. Trade winds stay consistent E through SSE year-round. June through August bring heavier Atlantic swell—hurricane season can add serious size, which cuts both ways: more power, more consequence.
Consistency isn't the same as predictable. Island terrain redirects and accelerates wind without warning. Scout before you commit.
The Water
Chop is the baseline. Strong currents flow through shipping lanes. Reefs and rocky outcrops are common—navigate around them, don't ride over them. High swell periods make entry and exit genuinely sketchy. Warm water year-round means no wetsuit needed, but that's where comfort ends.
You need solid swimming skills and the judgment to abandon sessions when conditions don't align with safety.
Who It's For
Intermediate minimum. You handle chop without losing it, read currents, and make the call to stay off the beach when it's not on. Less experience means getting worked harder and taking unnecessary risk.
Flat-water riders should look elsewhere.
On the Ground
Basic beach access. Minimal facilities—bring water and sun protection. Local accommodation and casual food in nearby settlements, but no beachfront infrastructure. Boat traffic is real; this is a shipping corridor.
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