Cẩm Lệ Beach (Da Nang)
- Bodyboard, Beginners
- Best for
- Beginner
- Skill Level
- Swell, Small waves
- Spot Type
- Quiet
- Crowd Level
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About
Cẩm Lệ Beach (also referenced as Cue Dai Beach) is an exposed sandbar beach break on the Đà Nẵng coast, with generally small surf that is described as reasonably consistent. Multiple profiles emphasize a beginner-friendly character, with waves tending to be gentle in summer and more “punchy” in the winter period when monsoon-driven swells arrive. Conditions and wave quality are reported to be best for shorter rides over shifting sandbars, and the break is exposed with little natural shelter. Morning sessions are commonly described as the cleanest, with offshore or light-breeze setups producing the most glassy texture before wind strengthens later. Safety is a major theme for this spot. The shoreline has been affected by significant erosion, leaving a narrow beach for launching and many shore-protection structures. Riders and surfers should be extremely cautious around submerged sandbags, rocks, and concrete barriers, and be mindful of designated swimming areas marked with buoys and ropes. Seasonally, the surfing window is consistently described as spanning roughly September to March, with a peak highlighted around October. Water temperatures remain warm year-round (about 22–30°C reported across months), and seasonal rain is described as occurring mostly from September into December. For this spot’s public profile, surfing is the primary sport focus; wind-based sports are limited by wind reliability and/or launch constraints.
- Reasonably consistent sandbar surf
- Beginner-focused conditions (small, gentle waves in summer)
- Best sessions often in the morning for cleaner, glassier conditions
- Serious erosion-related hazards: submerged shore-protection structures and limited launch space
- Exposed but reasonably consistent sandbar surf in the September–March period.
- Often quiet/low-profile for surfing, with learner-oriented conditions especially in summer.
- On calmer offshore/light-breeze windows, sessions can be clean and glassy early in the day.
- Coastal erosion leaves a narrow, changing launch beach with submerged hazards (sandbags/rocks/concrete).
- Wind varies by season and is described as generally unreliable for wind sports, with only some winter windows potentially workable for kitesurfing/foiling.
Wind, water and seasons
Wind
- Direction
- SW, E, NE
- Offshore directions
- SW
- Wind Range
- 12–25 kts
- Wind Type
- Trade — Trade/monsoon-influenced winds reported; winter conditions are associated with more reliable surf/wind patterns.
- Reliability
- Moderate during the winter monsoon season.
- Gust Factor
- Moderate gusts — Reported gustiness described as moderate.
- Best Months
- September, October, November, December, January, February, March
- Recommended Kite Sizes
- 9–12 m²
Water & beach
- Water Type
- Swell, Small waves
- Beach
- Sand — Beach composition is reported as sand in one profile; another profile describes mixed composition with erosion features.
- Beach Size
- Tidal
- Waves
- Small — Small waves reported; one profile notes roughly 0.6–1.5 m for the working surfing window.
- Launch
- Small — Narrow launch area due to significant erosion; many sections reinforced with sandbags/stone revetments.
- Launch Difficulty
- Moderate — Reported as easy in one profile and moderate in another due to erosion and narrow access.
Through the year
Usually quiet; rarely crowded compared to main beaches in the area.
Rainy season typically occurs from September to December; rainy bursts are noted in September–November.
By sport
What to expect for each.
Reported as possible mainly in winter monsoon conditions, but launch space is narrow and can be dangerous; another profile states kitesurfing is generally not suitable due to light/variable wind reliability.
- Kite Sizes
- 9–12 m²
Suitable for foiling when conditions are calm, but submerged hazards near the shore require caution; foil-friendly conditions reported as limited.
- Foil Friendly
- Limited — Foil friendly described as limited.
- Min Depth
- 1.5 meters
- Wing Sizes
- 5–6 m²
Exposed sandbar beach break with reasonably consistent surf; best suited for beginners/learners, with gentle summer waves and more punch in winter.
- Wave Direction
- Both
- Optimal Swell
- NE, E
- Swell Height
- 0.5–1.5 m
- Optimal Tide
- Mid — Both profiles indicate mid tide as the best.
- Shelter
- Exposed — Exposed beach/sandbar setup with limited natural shelter.
- Wind Effect
- Southwest winds are described as offshore/grooming; northeast winds are onshore and can cause chop.
- Bigger Swell
- Can close out when swell exceeds 2 meters.
- Wave Quality
- Good — Wave quality described as good/average depending on profile; sandbars shift frequently with erosion.
- Wave Power
- Soft — Described as soft/less powerful surf in the provided spot profile; another profile describes moderate power seasonally.
- Wave Shape
- Peeling — Reported as peeling/mushy depending on the profile; overall described as sandbar, generally learner-friendly.
- Peel Speed
- Medium — Peeling shape with medium peel speed reported.
- Ride Length
- Short — Short, punchy rides reported.
- Ride Length Details
- Short, punchy rides over shifting sandbars.
Check the forecast before you go
See wind, waves, weather and session windows for Cẩm Lệ Beach (Da Nang) in the full forecast view.
Cẩm Lệ Beach (Da Nang) wind and wave forecast summary
- Wind
- 2–9 ktsGusts 17 kts
- Direction
- NE43°
- Strongest day
- Wed, Oct 289 kts
- Windy days
- 0/712 kts or more
- Waves
- 0.2–0.8 m6s period
- Temperature
- 24–30 °C
Over the next 7 days, Cẩm Lệ Beach (Da Nang) is forecast for daytime winds of 2–9 kts, peaking around 9 kts on Wednesday, October 28 with gusts to 17 kts. The prevailing direction is NE. Waves run 0.2–0.8 m with a period of about 6s. Based on the Wavind model, in the spot’s local time.
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What to know before you launch
Safety, access, restrictions, rescue, and local rules can change. Treat these details as informational and confirm them locally before launching.
Hazards
- Designated swimming zones marked by buoys and ropes
- Submerged sandbags, rocks, and concrete erosion barriers
- Rip currents / rip tides (during monsoon season)
- Narrow beach area for launching due to erosion
Rescue & support
- Lifeguard
- Seasonal — Seasonal lifeguard presence is reported.
- Rescue & Self-Rescue
- Limited — Spot-level: rescue availability reported as no; region-level context indicates rescue support is limited and typically associated with lifeguards/schools at major sections.
Rules of the spot
Stay out of designated swimming areas marked by buoys and ropes. Check access points and the beach condition first because erosion changes where you can launch.
- Stay out of designated-swimming-zones
- Morning sessions are usually the cleanest/glassier before wind picks up.
- Be extremely careful around submerged shore-protection structures (sandbags/rocks/concrete).
- Check the beach condition before heading out because erosion frequently changes access points.
Getting there & access
- Nearest City
- Da Nang
- Nearest Town
- Da Nang
- Parking
- Limited parking available near remaining public beach access points.
- Public Transport
- Public transport access includes buses and local taxis; ride-hailing and rented motorbikes are also common.
- Access
- Accessible via the coastal road from Hoi An or Da Nang.
- Cost Level
- Budget
- Local Language
- Vietnamese
What's on the beach
- Accommodation
- Nearby town — Many large resorts and boutique hotels are located in the immediate vicinity.
- Food & Drink
- Local seafood restaurants and beach bars are available, though some have been affected by erosion.
- Equipment Rental:
- Equipment rental is available at major schools along the Da Nang and Hoi An coastal stretch; limited rental is also noted near Hoi An.
- Gear Storage
- Gear storage is offered by most established schools for a daily or weekly fee.
- Gear Repair
- Basic sail and kite bladder repairs are available via local schools.
No schools or services are listed for this spot yet.
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Spot questions
Frequently asked questions
When is the best season at Cẩm Lệ Beach (Da Nang)?
The best overall months at Cẩm Lệ Beach (Da Nang) are September, October, November, December, January, February, March.
Which wind directions work at Cẩm Lệ Beach (Da Nang)?
Cẩm Lệ Beach (Da Nang) works with SW, E, NE winds. Offshore directions are SW.
What equipment sizes are recommended at Cẩm Lệ Beach (Da Nang)?
Recommended equipment sizes at Cẩm Lệ Beach (Da Nang): Kitesurfing: 9–12 m² · Wingfoiling: 5–6 m². The typical wind range is 12–25 kts.
What skill level is Cẩm Lệ Beach (Da Nang) suitable for?
Cẩm Lệ Beach (Da Nang) suits these riding levels: Kitesurfing: Advanced · Wingfoiling: Intermediate · Surfing: Beginner.