# Williamstown Beach

Kitesurfing spot in Melbourne, Australia.

> Williamstown Beach offers bay-side flatness with enough chop development for intermediate progression. The protected launch benefits from surrounding geography that softens wind gusts and reduces sudden conditions changes. Local history and waterfront charm give the spot character beyond just riding. A dedicated crew frequents the beach, building a supportive community atmosphere. Access is straightforward, and basic facilities support day sessions. Water remains cool, necessitating wetsuits. Wind tends toward lighter to moderate, suiting skill development rather than pushing limits.

## Best time to kitesurf
Williamstown Beach has no strongly reliable season; the windiest months are Jun–Aug: 17–19% of days reach 12 kt+, with 9 kt average daily wind, 11–12 °C water and 9–11 °C air.

| Month | Windy days (12 kt+) | Avg wind (kt) | Air °C | Water °C |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 4% | 8.8 | 20.4 | 22.4 |
| Feb | 8% | 9 | 19 | 21.2 |
| Mar | 2% | 8.1 | 17.4 | 19.9 |
| Apr | 6% | 7.6 | 14.7 | 17.2 |
| May | 9% | 7.9 | 11.3 | 14.3 |
| Jun | 18% | 8.9 | 10 | 12.1 |
| Jul | 19% | 8.9 | 9.1 | 10.6 |
| Aug | 17% | 9 | 10.5 | 11.8 |
| Sep | 16% | 8.9 | 12.1 | 14.1 |
| Oct | 17% | 9.3 | 13.2 | 15.8 |
| Nov | 9% | 8.9 | 15.1 | 18.6 |
| Dec | 12% | 9.3 | 17.5 | 20.5 |

## Highlights
- Protected bay launch
- Intermediate-friendly chop
- Local community vibe
- Easy access

## Amenities
Local facilities, Beach parking, Community presence, Waterfront setting

## Location & contact
- Coordinates: -37.8617, 144.9217
- Destination guide: [Melbourne](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/destinations/melbourne)

# Nearby (within 50 km)

## Kite spots
- [Elwood Beach](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/elwood-beach) — best around Jul, 17–19% windy days, 9 kt, water 11–12 °C (5 km)
- [Black Rock Beach](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/black-rock-beach) — best around Jul, 26–28% windy days, 9–10 kt, water 11–15 °C (7 km)
- [Ricketts Point](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/ricketts-point) — best around Jul, 26–28% windy days, 9–10 kt, water 11–15 °C (8 km)
- [Altona Beach](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/altona-beach) — best around Oct, 25–31% windy days, 10 kt, water 11–16 °C (9 km)

## Kite schools
- [Kite Republic](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/schools/kite-republic) — http://www.kiterepublic.com.au/ (4 km)
- [Kite Republic School](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/schools/kite-republic-school) — https://www.kiterepublic.com.au/lessons/ (4 km)
- [The Zu Kite Club](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/schools/the-zu-kite-club) — http://www.thezu.com.au/ (4 km)
- [AUSWatersports](https://www.kitesurfspots.com/schools/auswatersports) — https://www.auswatersports.com.au/ (9 km)

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Source page: https://www.kitesurfspots.com/spots/williamstown-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.