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.
Josiah's Bay surf forecast
Model forecast for swell, wind and tide.
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Spot Details
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- Optimal direction
- N (350°)
- Direction range
- 320° - 20°
- Size range
- 0.8m - 2m
- Ideal size
- 1.3m - 1.7m
- 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Josiah's Bay?
The Josiah's Bay profile favors the recorded tide range, ideally between 0.2m and 2.5m on the local tide chart. Compare this preference with the forecast tide and local conditions before choosing a session.
What wind direction is offshore at Josiah's Bay?
The Josiah's Bay profile uses wind from SE (135°) as its preferred direction, with an offshore range of 100° to 170°. Wind speed matters too: light winds outside that range can still produce surfable conditions, while strong offshore winds can make takeoffs difficult.
What swell size and direction work best at Josiah's Bay?
The Josiah's Bay scoring profile favors swell from N (320° to 20°), a swell-height range of 0.8m to 2m, and a reference period of 14s. These are model inputs, not guaranteed breaking-wave heights or a promise that the surf will suit every ability.
When is the best time of year to surf Josiah's Bay?
The main season at Josiah's Bay is Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar. A secondary window runs Sep, Oct. Best learn-to-surf spot in BVI. Fun A-frames.
How do I get to Josiah's Bay?
The spot profile lists EIS as a nearby airport. The estimated road transfer is 20 minutes. Tortola east coast. BVI's learn-to-surf spot.
What kind of wave is Josiah's Bay?
Josiah's Bay is a beach break, a peak with lefts and rights. Difficulty is rated 3/10.
Best Season
Peak: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar
Secondary: Sep, Oct
Best learn-to-surf spot in BVI. Fun A-frames.
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