# Montagu Bay

Kitesurfing spot in Nassau, Bahamas.

> Montagu Bay's sheltered configuration creates reliable light-to-moderate wind conditions and smooth water texture. The shallow launch zone and sandy bottom suit beginners refining technique without hazard exposure. Nearby reef access offers progression potential for riders ready to explore varied terrain. Calm conditions dominate, so pack patience for wind development. Excellent for technique refinement and confidence building.

## Best time to kitesurf
Montagu Bay has no strongly reliable season; the windiest months are Mar, Nov and Dec: 24–31% of days reach 12 kt+, with 10 kt average daily wind, 24–27 °C water and 24–26 °C air.

| Month | Windy days (12 kt+) | Avg wind (kt) | Air °C | Water °C |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 17% | 9 | 22.7 | 24.6 |
| Feb | 19% | 9.9 | 23.8 | 24.9 |
| Mar | 24% | 10.2 | 24.3 | 25.4 |
| Apr | 12% | 9.6 | 25 | 26.6 |
| May | 9% | 8.7 | 26.1 | 28 |
| Jun | 3% | 8.3 | 27.4 | 29.7 |
| Jul | 1% | 8.9 | 29 | 31.3 |
| Aug | 11% | 8.9 | 29.4 | 31 |
| Sep | 4% | 7.6 | 29 | 30.2 |
| Oct | 17% | 9.4 | 27.2 | 28.9 |
| Nov | 28% | 10.2 | 25.6 | 26.5 |
| Dec | 31% | 10.3 | 24 | 24.3 |

## Highlights
- Sheltered bay design
- Shallow launch zone
- Reef access option
- Beginner-suitable

## Amenities
Beach facilities, Nearby café, Parking

## Location & contact
- Coordinates: 25.05, -77.34
- Destination guide: [Nassau](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/destinations/nassau)

# Nearby (within 50 km)

## Kite spots
- [Junkanoo Beach](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/junkanoo-beach) — best around Dec, 24–31% windy days, 10 kt, water 24–27 °C (3 km)
- [Nassau/Paradise Island](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/nassau-paradise-island) — best around Dec, 24–31% windy days, 10 kt, water 24–27 °C (4 km)
- [Lyford Cay](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/lyford-cay) — best around Dec, 24–31% windy days, 10 kt, water 26–28 °C (16 km)
- [Southwest Cay](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/southwest-cay) — best around Dec, 24–31% windy days, 10 kt, water 26–28 °C (24 km)
- [Rose Island](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/rose-island) — best around Mar, 50–52% windy days, 12 kt, water 25 °C (26 km)

## Kite shops
- [Paradise Blue Surf Shop](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/shops/paradise-blue-surf-shop) (4 km)

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Source page: https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/montagu-bay
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.