Long Island's varied spots cater to different styles within an hour of New York City. Tobay Beach delivers consistent flat water and open channels perfect for big air training, while Gilgo and Oak Beach access Atlantic-facing waves and kickers. Spring and fall storm systems generate the strongest winds—averaging 2+ days monthly above 25 knots with occasional 30+ knot days. Fall offers warmer water temperatures (3/2 suits sufficient), while spring demands heavier protection. Variable weather during storm periods brings rain and gusty conditions typical of East Coast cyclones.
Wind strength
Consistency
Wind quality
Water
Water temp
Boosting direction
Woo big-air record: 18 m by Johnny NY Kite Center · bottom-end kite 15m+
Typical month-by-month snapshot — use live forecasts before you go.
| Month | Wind chance | Avg wind | Air °C | Water °C |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 17% | 9.2 kt | 1.1 | 5.8 |
| Feb | 21% | 9.7 kt | 1.4 | 5.4 |
| Mar | 29% | 10.3 kt | 5.6 | 6.2 |
| Apr | 22% | 9.7 kt | 11.1 | 10.7 |
| May | 9% | 8.7 kt | 15.9 | 15 |
| Jun | 10% | 8.7 kt | 21.1 | 19.5 |
| Jul | 9% | 8.2 kt | 24.9 | 24.6 |
| Aug | 4% | 8.1 kt | 24.2 | 22.6 |
| Sep | 8% | 8 kt | 20.3 | 22.2 |
| Oct | 10% | 8.2 kt | 14.7 | 17.5 |
| Nov | 14% | 8.6 kt | 7.7 | 11.9 |
| Dec | 11% | 8.2 kt | 4.3 | 7.8 |
7.5/10
By car: Parking varies by spot — check local signs and kite school partners.
Shuttle: Many schools offer pickups from nearby towns.
Getting there
Car needed
Cost of a kite day
Internet
Local infrastructure
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