Jones Beach Island / West Gilgo Beach, New York (USA)
Jones Beach Island / West Gilgo Beach, New York (USA) is a Small waves and Medium waves spot. It is a kitesurfing spot for riders of Any Level.
Recommended wind for kitesurfing is wind coming from ENE, E, ESE, SE, SSE, S, SSW and SW .
Kitesurfing conditions do not depend on Tide on this spot.
There is Food available on the spot.
Have fun after the ride: enjoy Nightlife close to Jones Beach Island / West Gilgo Beach, New York (USA) !
Jones Beach Island / West Gilgo Beach, New York (USA) is a Small waves and Medium waves spot. It is a kitesurfing spot for riders of Any Level.
Recommended wind for kitesurfing is wind coming from ENE, E, ESE, SE, SSE, S, SSW and SW .
Kitesurfing conditions do not depend on Tide on this spot.
There is Food available on the spot.
Have fun after the ride: enjoy Nightlife close to Jones Beach Island / West Gilgo Beach, New York (USA) !
How to get there
Gilgo Beach is located at about the center of Jones Beach Island.
Nearest Airports
Distance
40km from spot
How to get there
How to get there
Gilgo Beach is located at about the center of Jones Beach Island.
Nearest Airports
Distance
40km from spot
Best Schools in New York
Riding Conditions in Jones Beach Island / West Gilgo Beach, New York (USA)
Riding Conditions
Wind and Weather Conditions
Warm in summer and cold in winter.
Recommended wind for kitesurfing is wind coming from ENE, E, ESE, SE, SSE, S, SSW and SW .
There is Frontal wind at Jones Beach Island / West Gilgo Beach, New York (USA).
Wind usually blows from SSW on the spot.
The best moments to come to Jones Beach Island / West Gilgo Beach, New York (USA) are April, May, September and October .
Wind and Weather Conditions
Wind and Weather Conditions
Warm in summer and cold in winter.
Recommended wind for kitesurfing is wind coming from ENE, E, ESE, SE, SSE, S, SSW and SW .
There is Frontal wind at Jones Beach Island / West Gilgo Beach, New York (USA).
Wind usually blows from SSW on the spot.
The best moments to come to Jones Beach Island / West Gilgo Beach, New York (USA) are April, May, September and October .
Beach and Tide Conditions
Kitesurfing conditions do not depend on Tide on this spot.
Jones Beach Island / West Gilgo Beach, New York (USA) is a Small waves and Medium waves spot.
The launching/landing area is reported to be of Big size.
Big, sandy beach with lots of space. During summer beach goers.
Small to medium waves, up to 6'.
Beach and Tide Conditions
Beach and Tide Conditions
Kitesurfing conditions do not depend on Tide on this spot.
Jones Beach Island / West Gilgo Beach, New York (USA) is a Small waves and Medium waves spot.
The launching/landing area is reported to be of Big size.
Big, sandy beach with lots of space. During summer beach goers.
Small to medium waves, up to 6'.
Need to know
Careful about the other beach users, especially in April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November .
Need to know
Need to know
Careful about the other beach users, especially in April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November .
Best Schools in New York
Additional information
A parking is available at Jones Beach Island / West Gilgo Beach, New York (USA).
The spot has Showers and Toilets facilities.
There is Food available on the spot
Fees in summer time 30-40 $, after 5pm - free.
Webcams around Jones Beach Island / West Gilgo Beach, New York (USA)
Webcams around Jones Beach Island / West Gilgo Beach, New York (USA)
Weather Forecast for the next 10days
8.5 knotsGilgo Beach, United States 10:32:17 pm, GMT-4 Model: gfs27_long, updated 21 minutes ago | 1028 |
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Wind and Temperature over the past years
Wind and Temperature over the past years
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nightMore about Kitesurfing in New York
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Wind stats in New York...
Month | % of Windy Days (more than 15kts) |
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Jan | 72 |
Feb | 68 |
Mar | 62 |
Apr | 51 |
May | 43 |
Jun | 36 |
Jul | 32 |
Aug | 38 |
Sep | 53 |
Oct | 65 |
Nov | 68 |
Dec | 71 |
% of Windy Days (more than 15kts)
Additional information
There are 3 kitesurf schools and 33 kitesurf spots in New York.
Best months: May June July August September
Best months: May June July August September
Accomodation around the spot
Jones Beach Island / West Gilgo Beach, New York (USA)

