# Glenelg Beach

Kitesurfing spot in Adelaide, Australia.

> Glenelg Beach is located in Adelaide, South Australia, and offers beginner-friendly conditions with flat to small wave options. The beach launch provides straightforward access, while consistent sea breezes typical of the South Australian coast drive reliable sessions. The moderate conditions suit riders developing fundamental skills without overwhelming chop or power. Cool southern waters contrast with tropical destinations, offering a distinct regional kitesurfing experience for Adelaide-based and visiting riders.

## Best time to kitesurf
Glenelg Beach has no strongly reliable season; the windiest months are Jun, Jul and Sep: 23–26% of days reach 12 kt+, with 10 kt average daily wind, 13–15 °C water and 11–14 °C air.

| Month | Windy days (12 kt+) | Avg wind (kt) | Air °C | Water °C |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 14% | 10.3 | 22.2 | 22 |
| Feb | 15% | 10.2 | 21 | 22 |
| Mar | 8% | 9.2 | 19.6 | 21.3 |
| Apr | 7% | 8.3 | 17.4 | 19.2 |
| May | 11% | 8.3 | 14.1 | 16.6 |
| Jun | 23% | 9.6 | 12.6 | 14.8 |
| Jul | 23% | 9.5 | 11.3 | 13 |
| Aug | 19% | 9 | 12.2 | 13.4 |
| Sep | 26% | 9.5 | 14.1 | 15.3 |
| Oct | 20% | 10 | 15.2 | 16.9 |
| Nov | 17% | 10.1 | 17.1 | 18.5 |
| Dec | 16% | 10.1 | 19.6 | 20 |

## Highlights
- Beach launch
- Small waves
- Beginner-friendly
- Consistent breezes

## Amenities
Beach launch, Sand access, Coastal facilities

## Location & contact
- Coordinates: -34.9283, 138.5067
- Destination guide: [Adelaide](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/destinations/adelaide)

# Nearby (within 50 km)

## Kite spots
- [West Beach](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/west-beach) — best around Sep, 23–26% windy days, 10 kt, water 13–15 °C (2 km)
- [Henley Beach](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/henley-beach) — best around Sep, 23–26% windy days, 10 kt, water 13–15 °C (4 km)

## Kite schools
- [Kiteboarding School Adelaide](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/schools/kiteboarding-school-adelaide) (1 km)
- [Ride Kitesurfing](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/schools/ride-kitesurfing) — https://ridekitesurfing.com.au/ (12 km)

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Source page: https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/glenelg-beach
Data & methodology: https://www.kitesurfspots.com/methodology
Monthly wind and temperature climatology is computed from Open-Meteo historical weather (3 years of daily data) and marine (sea-surface temperature) APIs. A windy day is a day whose maximum wind implies roughly 12 kt+ sustained. Listing details come from public kite-travel sources and Google Places, rewritten and reviewed.