# Half Moon Bay

Kitesurfing spot in Roatán, Honduras.

> Half Moon Bay near Coxen Hole delivers sheltered, flat water conditions perfect for learners and sessions during lighter wind periods. The protected crescent shape minimizes swell exposure and offers reliable launch zones across tidal ranges. Shallow depths encourage confident water entry and reduce recovery complications. This bay's calm character makes it essential for building early-stage muscle memory and comfort. The spot serves as an ideal warm-up or wind-dependent alternative to more exposed Bay Islands locations.

## Best time to kitesurf
The best months to kitesurf Half Moon Bay are Jan–Aug: 66–85% of days reach 12 kt+, with 13–15 kt average daily wind, 27–30 °C water and 26–28 °C air.

| Month | Windy days (12 kt+) | Avg wind (kt) | Air °C | Water °C |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 66% | 12.7 | 25.7 | 27.3 |
| Feb | 75% | 14.1 | 25.7 | 27.1 |
| Mar | 70% | 14.5 | 26.2 | 27.4 |
| Apr | 77% | 14.4 | 27 | 27.6 |
| May | 74% | 14 | 27.8 | 28.7 |
| Jun | 76% | 14.3 | 28.2 | 29.5 |
| Jul | 85% | 14.7 | 27.9 | 29.1 |
| Aug | 67% | 12.8 | 28.2 | 29.6 |
| Sep | 49% | 11.8 | 28.5 | 30.4 |
| Oct | 28% | 10.8 | 28.1 | 30.3 |
| Nov | 26% | 10.3 | 26.8 | 28.7 |
| Dec | 58% | 12.3 | 26.2 | 28.5 |

## Highlights
- Flat protected water
- Ideal for light wind days
- Shallow beginner-friendly depths
- Secure launch zone

## Amenities
Sandy beach access, Shallow water, Protected bay area

## Location & contact
- Coordinates: 16.2917, -86.545
- Destination guide: [Roatán](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/destinations/honduras-bay-islands)

# Nearby (within 50 km)

## Kite spots
- [Camp Bay](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/camp-bay) — best Jan – Aug, 66–85% windy days, 13–15 kt, water 27–30 °C (4 km)
- [West Bay Beach](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/west-bay-beach) — best Dec – Aug, 60–85% windy days, 12–15 kt, water 27–30 °C (10 km)
- [French Cay](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/french-cay) — best Jan – Aug, 66–84% windy days, 13–15 kt, water 27–30 °C (12 km)
- [Sandy Bay](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/sandy-bay) — best Dec – Aug, 60–85% windy days, 12–15 kt, water 27–30 °C (12 km)

## Kite schools
- [Kitesurf Roatan](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/schools/kitesurf-roatan) — https://www.kitesurfroatan.com/ (31 km)

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Source page: https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/half-moon-bay-2
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.