Ricketts Point kitesurfing spot in Melbourne
Ricketts Point kitesurfing spot in Melbourne — photo 2

Ricketts Point

7.1
Open$$kite spotintermediate

When to kitesurf Ricketts Point

Ricketts Point has no strongly reliable season; the windiest months are Jun, Jul and Oct: 26–28% of days reach 12 kt+, with 9–10 kt average daily wind, 11–15 °C water and 10–14 °C air.

Open-Meteo climatology, 3-year average of daily data. How we calculate this

About Ricketts Point

Ricketts Point sits as an intermediate-focused reef and rock launch zone with slightly choppy bay conditions. The point geography creates wind shaping effects useful for riders developing edge pressure and directional control. The technical launch demands basic skill and care with equipment placement. Slightly messier water teaches reading chop and maintaining board control. The location sits within a protected marine area, reinforcing responsible session behavior. Cool water and exposure mean checking forecasts and arriving prepared. Local kiters respect the location's character and shared launch protocols.

Amenities

Marine protection zoneLocal knowledge communityScenic locationParking access

Highlights

  • Reef and rock launch
  • Intermediate chop development
  • Scenic point break
  • Protected marine area

Wind & conditions

  • Wind reliability2.7
  • Avg wind (peak months)10 kt
  • Water temp11–22 °C
  • Best seasonAround Jul

Season Stats

Typical month-by-month snapshot — use live forecasts before you go.

MonthWind chanceAvg windAir °CWater °C
Jan15%9.7 kt20.421.5
Feb17%9.8 kt19.220.8
Mar10%8.9 kt17.919.8
Apr12%8.4 kt15.317.4
May17%8.7 kt12.114.9
Jun26%9.5 kt10.712.6
Jul28%9.4 kt9.910.9
Aug26%9.7 kt11.111.6
Sep22%9.7 kt12.713.4
Oct28%10 kt13.715.3
Nov22%9.8 kt15.517.5
Dec19%10.1 kt17.819.8

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Conditions score

Data-derived

7.1/10

  • 💨Wind reliability6.8
  • 🌊Water conditions7.0
  • 🏖️Launch zone6.9
  • 🌅Scenery7.5
How this score is calculated

Location

Getting there

By car: Parking varies by spot — check local signs and kite school partners.

Shuttle: Many schools offer pickups from nearby towns.