Josiah's Bay
Josiah's Bay is the BVI's best learn-to-surf spot—a beach break on Tortola's east coast that produces fun A-frame peaks suitable for beginners and intermediates. When winter swells arrive, this is where the BVI surf community gathers.
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Spot Details
Swell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- N (350°)
- Direction range
- 320° - 20°
- Size range
- 0.8m - 2m
- Ideal size
- 1.6m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 14s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- SE (135°)
- Offshore range
- 100° - 170°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- all
- Optimal range
- 0.2m - 2.5m
Water temp
27°C
Wetsuit
Boardshorts / Rashguard
Difficulty
3/10
Crowd level
3/10
Access: Tortola east coast. BVI's learn-to-surf spot.
Best Season
Peak: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Secondary: Sep, Oct
Best learn-to-surf spot in BVI. Fun A-frames.
Getting There
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