KiteGlobeLong Bay
Long Bay is a kiteboarding spot in Jamaica, with open ocean conditions and prevailing NE, ENE, E wind, best ridden in January, February, March, December.
| Country | Jamaica |
|---|---|
| Water type | Open ocean |
| Best wind direction | NE, ENE, E |
| Wind type | Thermal, Trade |
| Best months | January, February, March, December |
| Coordinates | 18.1050, -76.3169 |
About Long Bay
The wind starts at about 9.30 am, usually lasts until 5 pm. Generally NE, which is onshore. The easterly trade winds starts to blow in mid to late November and continue until late spring. The wind is light in the morning (perfect for beginners) and by late morning, early afternoon the wind builds and blows side on shore averaging 15-25 knots into the night. For kitesurfers, kiteboarders, snowkiters and landkiters. All info you ever wanted! Forum, Spots, Videos
When is the best time to kitesurf at Long Bay?
The best time to kite Long Bay is January, February, March, December, when the NE, ENE, E wind is most reliable.
What are the wind and water conditions?
Long Bay offers open ocean conditions with NE, ENE, E wind (Thermal, Trade wind).
How do I get to Long Bay?
Short walk
Hazards at Long Bay
Trees.
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Spot data last updated 2026-07-20 · part of the KiteGlobe database of 6,633 kiteboarding spots.