Nathon — Our May–October Spot
Nathon Beach is on the west coast of Koh Samui, next to Nathon — the island's administrative town with the main ferry pier. From May to October the SW monsoon blows here, typically 10–18 knots. It is more variable than the Nahai season, and afternoons are usually best.
From May to October the whole club is based here — kitesurfing, wing foil, windsurfing and e-foil lessons, plus kayak and SUP, rental and storage. Instructors pick session times and kite sizes to match the day's wind; on days without enough wind we switch to e-foil, kayak and SUP.
Water is 27–30°C all year — no wetsuit needed. Nathon town has restaurants, markets and shops, and the west coast is known for its sunsets.
Location & Access
Nathon Beach is about 40 minutes by car from Samui International Airport (USM) and about 30 minutes from Nahai. If you arrive by ferry from Donsak (Surat Thani), you land at Nathon pier, right next to the spot. Taxis, songthaews, scooter rental and Grab/Bolt all serve Nathon.
Approx. coordinates: 9.5333°N, 99.9333°E (Google Maps). We send you the exact meeting point on WhatsApp before your session.
From Nahai: ~30 min by car
Getting around: taxi, songthaew, scooter, Grab/Bolt
Nathon Season Month by Month
| Month | Wind | Avg Knots | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|
| May | SW | 10–18 kts | SW monsoon season starts; the school moves from Nahai to Nathon |
| June | SW | 10–18 kts | More variable than the Nahai season; afternoons usually best |
| July | SW | 10–18 kts | More variable than the Nahai season; afternoons usually best |
| August | SW | 10–18 kts | More variable than the Nahai season; afternoons usually best |
| September | SW | 10–18 kts | More variable than the Nahai season; afternoons usually best |
| October | SW → transition | Lighter | End of the SW season; rainy season begins. In December we move back to Nahai |
Typical ranges. Actual conditions vary — always check the forecast before riding.
Lessons at Nathon Beach (May–Oct)
From May to October all our courses run at Nathon — from the Discovery lesson to the Independent Rider course, plus coaching for riders who already ride.
Nathon vs Nahai — Our Two Seasonal Spots
| Feature | Nathon Beach | Nahai Beach |
|---|---|---|
| Season | May–October (SW) | December–April (E–SE) |
| Coast | West, next to Nathon town & pier | South-east, quiet sandy beach (~2 km), shallow |
| Level | All levels (more variable wind) | All levels / best for beginners |
| Wind | SW, typically 10–18 kts | E–SE, typically 12–20 kts |
| School on site | Yes (May–Oct) | Yes (Dec–Apr) |
| From Samui Airport | ~40 min by car | ~35–40 min by car |
Coming between December and April? We are at Nahai Beach on the south coast — the most consistent wind of the year, especially January–March.
Nathon Beach Spot FAQ
Yes. From May to October all our courses, including Discovery and Full Beginner, run at Nathon. The SW monsoon is more variable than the Nahai season, so keep a little flexibility in your schedule — instructors plan sessions around the best wind of the day.
Koh Samui gets two monsoons. The E–SE wind (December–April) blows onto the south coast, so we ride at Nahai Beach. The SW monsoon (May–October) favours the west coast, so the whole club — lessons, rental, storage and activities — moves to Nathon Beach.
SW monsoon from May to October, typically 10–18 knots and more variable than the Nahai season. Afternoons are usually best. October–November is a transition with lighter wind, and in December we move back to Nahai.
Book a Lesson at Nathon Beach
Kite Club Koh Samui · Nathon Beach, May–October. WhatsApp us your dates and level.
Book via WhatsAppPhoto credits — Nathon: Roma Neus, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons