Antigua / Jabberwock Beach, Antigua and Barbuda is a Shallow, Flat and Chop spot. It is a kitesurfing spot for Intermediate riders, but Expert will love it.
Recommended
wind for kitesurfing is
wind coming
from
E, ESE and SE
.
There is
Food
available on the spot.
Have fun after the ride: enjoy
Nightlife
close to Antigua / Jabberwock Beach, Antigua and Barbuda !
Safety first! There is
Rescue/Lifeguards
on the spot.
The spot presents a few things you need to be careful about.
Please refer to the
Riding Conditions section
below.
Antigua / Jabberwock Beach, Antigua and Barbuda is a Shallow, Flat and Chop spot. It is a kitesurfing spot for Intermediate riders, but Expert will love it.
Recommended
wind for kitesurfing is
wind coming
from
E, ESE and SE
.
There is
Food
available on the spot.
Have fun after the ride: enjoy
Nightlife
close to Antigua / Jabberwock Beach, Antigua and Barbuda !
Safety first! There is
Rescue/Lifeguards
on the spot.
The spot presents a few things you need to be careful about.
Please refer to the
Riding Conditions section
below.
How to get there
From the airport Jabberwock Beach 3 miles to the North. All the locals know this beach by name and it is easy to find. Taxis and rental cars are the easiest way to get around. It is very close from many of the hotels on island. Hotels on the North end of the island are the closest. The furthest away you could possibly be is a 40 minute car ride.
From the airport Jabberwock Beach 3 miles to the North. All the locals know this beach by name and it is easy to find. Taxis and rental cars are the easiest way to get around. It is very close from many of the hotels on island. Hotels on the North end of the island are the closest. The furthest away you could possibly be is a 40 minute car ride.
Riding Conditions in Antigua / Jabberwock Beach, Antigua and Barbuda
Riding Conditions
Wind and Weather Conditions
Antigua has a sunny climate all year round and an average temperature of 28°C (84°F) and the water temperature only a few degrees lower. No need to wear a wetsuit. Many riders wear rash guards for sun protection.
Recommended
wind for kitesurfing is
wind coming
from
E, ESE and SE
.
There is
Trade wind
at Antigua / Jabberwock Beach, Antigua and Barbuda.
Wind is mostly moderate between 12-25 knots. January through March winds can pipe up to 30 knots for several days. May through July are the most consistent with the least amount of light wind days. Typical wind direction is East to Southeast which is sideonshore from the right (looking out to sea). Best kiting conditions are from January through July. Worst conditions during September and October (peak of hurricane season). August, November and December can be windy and also light - hit or miss these months.
Wind
usually
blows
from E, ESE and SE
on the spot.
The
best moments to come
to Antigua / Jabberwock Beach, Antigua and Barbuda are
January, February, March, April, May, June and July
.
Wind and Weather Conditions
Wind and Weather Conditions
Antigua has a sunny climate all year round and an average temperature of 28°C (84°F) and the water temperature only a few degrees lower. No need to wear a wetsuit. Many riders wear rash guards for sun protection.
Recommended
wind for kitesurfing is
wind coming
from
E, ESE and SE
.
There is
Trade wind
at Antigua / Jabberwock Beach, Antigua and Barbuda.
Wind is mostly moderate between 12-25 knots. January through March winds can pipe up to 30 knots for several days. May through July are the most consistent with the least amount of light wind days. Typical wind direction is East to Southeast which is sideonshore from the right (looking out to sea). Best kiting conditions are from January through July. Worst conditions during September and October (peak of hurricane season). August, November and December can be windy and also light - hit or miss these months.
Wind
usually
blows
from E, ESE and SE
on the spot.
The
best moments to come
to Antigua / Jabberwock Beach, Antigua and Barbuda are
January, February, March, April, May, June and July
.
Beach and Tide Conditions
Antigua / Jabberwock Beach, Antigua and Barbuda is a
Shallow, Flat and Chop spot.
The
launching/landing area
is reported to be of
Medium size.
White sandy beach for 1/2 mile length. Most everyone launches at the South end near the kite school in typical sideonshore wind direction.
Water conditions range from flat inside the reef to moderate chop hopping outside. The bottom is sandy throughout with no need for booties or rubber of any kind. It starts getting small with 4 or more kites due to the position of the reefs. Aquamarine water. This is the beach for everyone from learners to high altitude junkies. There are several other places to ride in Antigua but they require at least intermediate level of riding skills.
Beach and Tide Conditions
Beach and Tide Conditions
Antigua / Jabberwock Beach, Antigua and Barbuda is a
Shallow, Flat and Chop spot.
The
launching/landing area
is reported to be of
Medium size.
White sandy beach for 1/2 mile length. Most everyone launches at the South end near the kite school in typical sideonshore wind direction.
Water conditions range from flat inside the reef to moderate chop hopping outside. The bottom is sandy throughout with no need for booties or rubber of any kind. It starts getting small with 4 or more kites due to the position of the reefs. Aquamarine water. This is the beach for everyone from learners to high altitude junkies. There are several other places to ride in Antigua but they require at least intermediate level of riding skills.
Need to know
When you are on water,
be careful
of
Swimmers and Reefs
.
Beach risk reported:
None
.
Please respect
local rules
when you are on the spot.
Talk to a local before you go on water.
Need to know
Need to know
When you are on water,
be careful
of
Swimmers and Reefs
.
Beach risk reported:
None
.
Please respect
local rules
when you are on the spot.
Talk to a local before you go on water.
We don’t know if a parking is available at Antigua / Jabberwock Beach, Antigua and Barbuda.
There is
Food
available on the spot
As far as water sports goes this beach is almost exclusively used by kiteboarders. It is also a favorite swimming beach by the locals. So far there are no restrictions for kiting on this beach. Thanks to the local kite school who works very hard to keep things safe and maintain good relations between kiters and other water users. It is a privilege, not a right, to ride on this beach and the local riders are adamant on preserving access. The beach does have nearby obstructions including a car park, road and trees so all kiters must have good basic kite handling skills. Learners and beginners without professional supervision are not allowed to practice here. The kite school has a handout with basic rules/etiquette/map that should be followed. Please take a moment to speak with the local riders and school as a matter of courtesy. There are no restrictions on when you can ride on this beach. When the wind is blowing it usually blows all day and night so you can ride from dawn to dusk. The only exception being national holidays: there are usually so many swimmers that safe kiteboarding is not practical. The kite school closes and local riders voluntarily do not ride at this beach on holidays.
Webcams around Antigua / Jabberwock Beach, Antigua and Barbuda
Webcams around Antigua / Jabberwock Beach, Antigua and Barbuda
Weather Forecast for the next 10days
Wind and Temperature over the past years
Wind and Temperature over the past years
More about Kitesurfing in Antigua
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Additional information
There are 4 kitesurf schools and 3 kitesurf spots in Antigua.
Best months: January February March April May December
Best months: January February March April May December
