Plumb Point, Jamaica
It is a kitesurfing spot for Intermediate riders, but Expert will love it.
Recommended wind for kitesurfing is wind coming from SE .
Kitesurfing conditions do not depend on Tide on this spot.
Have fun after the ride: enjoy Nightlife close to Plumb Point, Jamaica !
The spot presents a few things you need to be careful about. Please refer to the Riding Conditions section below.
It is a kitesurfing spot for Intermediate riders, but Expert will love it.
Recommended wind for kitesurfing is wind coming from SE .
Kitesurfing conditions do not depend on Tide on this spot.
Have fun after the ride: enjoy Nightlife close to Plumb Point, Jamaica !
The spot presents a few things you need to be careful about. Please refer to the Riding Conditions section below.
How to get there
There is NO specific instructions or particular difficulties to access the spot.
Nearest Airports
Distance
170km from spot
How to get there
How to get there
There is NO specific instructions or particular difficulties to access the spot.
Nearest Airports
Distance
170km from spot
Best Schools in Jamaica
#2: Kiteboarding Jamaica
4.1/5 (35)
Riding Conditions in Plumb Point, Jamaica
Riding Conditions
Wind and Weather Conditions
Recommended wind for kitesurfing is wind coming from SE .
There is Trade wind at Plumb Point, Jamaica.
Generally SE. 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.
Wind usually blows from SE on the spot.
The best moments to come to Plumb Point, Jamaica are January, February, March, April and December .
Wind and Weather Conditions
Wind and Weather Conditions
Recommended wind for kitesurfing is wind coming from SE .
There is Trade wind at Plumb Point, Jamaica.
Generally SE. 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.
Wind usually blows from SE on the spot.
The best moments to come to Plumb Point, Jamaica are January, February, March, April and December .
Beach and Tide Conditions
Kitesurfing conditions do not depend on Tide on this spot.
Plumb Point, Jamaica is a Small waves spot.
The launching/landing area is reported to be of Medium size.
Beach and Tide Conditions
Beach and Tide Conditions
Kitesurfing conditions do not depend on Tide on this spot.
Plumb Point, Jamaica is a Small waves spot.
The launching/landing area is reported to be of Medium size.
Need to know
There is no beach users reported here.
When you are on water,
be careful
of
Boats and Reefs
.
Beach risk reported:
None
.
The is no particular rules reported , but as a best practice, talk to a local before you go on water.
Need to know
Need to know
There is no beach users reported here.
When you are on water,
be careful
of
Boats and Reefs
.
Beach risk reported:
None
.
The is no particular rules reported , but as a best practice, talk to a local before you go on water.
Best Schools in Jamaica
#2: Kiteboarding Jamaica
4.1/5 (35)
Additional information
A parking is available at Plumb Point, Jamaica.
Webcams around Plumb Point, Jamaica
Webcams around Plumb Point, Jamaica
Weather Forecast for the next 10days
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Wind and Temperature over the past years
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Plumb Point, Jamaica
