Santa Monica
United States · Californie
Santa Monica is an iconic spot on the beach of Los Angeles, with its famous pier dominating the horizon. It is a very popular place for tourists and locals, perfect for combining a kite session and a stroll along the waterfront.
The beach stretches for several kilometers of fine sand, lined with a lively promenade. Riders come here for its accessibility in the heart of the city, even if the wind is not always present.
The atmosphere is relaxed during the week, but it gets crowded on weekends.
Historical averages by month — not a live forecast.
The spot of Santa Monica is oriented westward, making it sensitive to onshore or side-on winds coming from the southwest to west. The wind typically blows 8-10 knots all year round, but it is often onshore, making launching difficult with chop right from the shore.
The navigation area extends along the beach, but you must stay away from the pier and swimming zones. Launching is done directly from the sand, easily accessible with nearby parking. Favor areas north or south of the pier to take off, where the space is more open. Be cautious of the swell from the west-southwest that creates waist high to overhead waves, best at low tide.
The water surface is generally choppy due to side-on wind and offshore boat traffic. In summer, south swells bring more consistency, but the spot remains irregular. Tides have little influence, but mid to high tide is preferable to avoid close outs near the shore.
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