KiteGlobeSwan River / Pelican Point
Swan River / Pelican Point is a kiteboarding spot in Australia, with river conditions and prevailing SW wind, best ridden in January, February, March, December.
| Country | Australia |
|---|---|
| Water type | River |
| Best wind direction | SW |
| Wind type | Thermal |
| Best months | January, February, March, December |
| Coordinates | -31.9874, 115.8198 |
About Swan River / Pelican Point
6 days out of 7 have 15-25 knot sea breeze during summer season. Best on Southwest sea breeze. Summer is the best time to kite in Perth. Summer starts in December and finishes in March. During the summer Perth gets the infamous 'Fremantle Doctor', 'the most consistent wind in the world, making it ideal kitesurfing conditions. It's just like clockwork, coming in between noon and 3pm. Giving you somewhere between 15-25 knots (average) a day. You maybe able to get some days in during the winter time, however with strong, gusty, and squally winds. For kitesurfers, kiteboarders, snowkiters and landkiters. All info you ever wanted! Forum, Spots, Videos
When is the best time to kitesurf at Swan River / Pelican Point?
The best time to kite Swan River / Pelican Point is January, February, March, December, when the SW wind is most reliable.
What are the wind and water conditions?
Swan River / Pelican Point offers river conditions with SW wind (Thermal wind).
How do I get to Swan River / Pelican Point?
No walk
Hazards at Swan River / Pelican Point
Ships, Trees.
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.