Technical details of Nahoon Beach spot

Spot functioning

The spot works in SW to SE winds. Long sandy beach with regular waves. Tide influences conditions: at low tide, very wide beach and easy launch zone. At high tide, beach is narrower and waves closer to shore. Kite zone separated from the surf zone.

On the water

Warm subtropical water (20-24°C). Sandy bottom. Regular waves of 0.5 to 1.5 m in normal conditions. Moderate coastal currents. Good conditions for wave riding. Shore break possible in large swell.

Required level

Intermediate

Spot opening date

Open all year round

Parking

Easy access from East London centre. Large parking on the Nahoon Beach waterfront. Tarred road. Toilets, showers and restaurants on the beach. Residential area with all amenities.

Hazards

Powerful shore break in large swell. Coastal currents. Many surfers in the wave zone, respect dedicated areas. Sharks occasionally present (shark nets installed). Jellyfish in summer. Swimmers in peak season.

Wind specificities

The dominant wind is the south-west (SW), blowing side-onshore on this south-facing coast. East London is nicknamed "Windy City" for its reliable summer winds. SW thermal wind reinforced in the afternoon. SE to S winds are also favourable. Season: October to March.

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