SlicedWaves · Da Nang
Surfing in Da Nang,
Vietnam
A local guide to waves, seasons & spots
We surf in Da Nang, teach here and repair boards between sessions. This guide brings together what we’ve learned on the local beaches: where to look for waves, when to go and what to expect in the water.
Da Nang surfing at a glance
Can you surf in Da Nang?
Yes. My Khe Beach is a good place to start. Da Nang usually gets its most consistent waves from November through March. If you’re new to surfing, keep your dates flexible so you can pick a day with smaller waves.
When to go
The main surf season runs from November through March. The first seasonal swells can arrive in September and October. Summer waves are less consistent.
Where to look
Start along My Khe Beach. Waves break over sandbanks that shift after storms, so the best peaks move. Our map shows 9 surf zones to explore.
Your first surf lesson
An instructor will choose a beach section for your level, explain how to handle the board and help you catch your first waves.
What are the waves like today?
Check the forecast and My Khe camera before heading out. The camera covers one section of beach, so take a look at your chosen spot when you arrive.
Recent Surf Sessions in Da Nang
See what the waves have looked like this season. We add clips from the beach as we film new sessions around Da Nang.
My Khe Beach · Filmed
Beginner surfing in Da Nang
Is Da Nang good for beginner surfers?
Yes, on days with gentle waves near shore. You don’t need big waves for your first session.
These are the signs we look for when choosing a beach section for a beginner lesson.
Good for a first session
- Gentle whitewater for catching your first waves
- Light wind
- Clear entry and exit
- Little sideways drift
- Space away from swimmers, boards and ropes
Better to wait or choose another section
- Heavy shorebreak
- Fast closeouts
- A current carrying surfers along the beach or offshore
- Strong wind
- Crowded swimming or surfing area
First time surfing?
See beginner surf lessons in Da NangDa Nang surf season
When is the best time to surf in Da Nang?
November through March offers the most consistent surf. Seasonal swells can start in September or October and continue into spring. Summer is less reliable, so allow more flexibility if surfing is a priority for your trip.
| Period | Typical pattern | For beginners | For independent surfers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep–Oct | Seasonal swells begin arriving. Small days can alternate with larger, windier conditions. | Lessons are possible on smaller days, with the time and beach section chosen for your level. | More opportunities to surf as the season starts, with changing swell and wind. |
| Nov–Mar | The main surf season, with the most regular waves and occasional powerful, stormy days. | There are opportunities to learn, but larger days may require moving or postponing a lesson. | The best period to plan a trip around regular surfing, with a board suited to the expected wave size. |
| Apr–May | A transition toward summer. Smaller days become more common, although strong swells can still arrive. | Smaller waves can work well for practice. Leave room to adjust the lesson date. | Keep watching the forecast for stronger swells. A higher-volume board helps on smaller days. |
| Jun–Aug | Often small or flat, interrupted by occasional swells. | Small-wave lessons are possible when there is enough whitewater to practise catching waves. | Keep your plans flexible. Longboards and higher-volume boards make more of the smaller surf. |
October–February
These months had the highest average offshore wave heights in our 2022–2025 model sample.
Da Nang surf spots
Where to surf in Da Nang
Start along My Khe Beach. Its sandy beach breaks offer different peaks along the coast, and storms can reshape the sandbanks.
Our map covers 9 surf zones, from Furama South to Mân Thái, with notes on access and what to look for. Use it to choose a few sections to check, rather than heading to one pin and expecting the same wave every time.
If the waves close out across one section, look along the beach for a peak with an open shoulder.
Explore our map of 9 Da Nang surf zones
Reading the waves
What are the waves like in Da Nang?
Wave shape matters as much as size. Along these sandy beach breaks, nearby sections can offer very different rides.
Gentle whitewater
The broken wave rolls toward shore as foam. Small, even lines give beginners room to practise catching waves and standing up.
A peak with an open shoulder
The wave starts breaking at a peak and peels to one side, leaving an unbroken face to ride along.
Closeouts
Most of the wave breaks at once. It may look impressive from shore but leave little room to ride along the face.
Waves on an outer sandbank
A second line of waves breaks farther offshore. Watch whether those waves peel or close out before assuming they offer a longer ride.
Follow one wave from the moment it breaks. Does an open face remain, or does the whole line collapse? Compare a few sets to see whether the pattern repeats.
Before you paddle out
A few local checks before entering the water
Small waves don’t tell the whole story. Take a moment to check what is happening on the beach as well as in the water.
Flags & warnings
Follow posted signs and lifeguard instructions. Stay out when access to the water is prohibited or a thunderstorm is approaching.
Swimming zones & obstacles
Surf outside marked swimming zones. Keep clear of ropes, buoys and fishing nets, allowing room for waves and sideways drift.
After heavy rain
Runoff can affect water quality beyond a visible outflow. Avoid drains and polluted water, and follow local water-quality warnings.
Choose an exit point
Find a clear place to return to shore, away from swimmers, ropes and hard obstacles. Leave the water if you cannot keep your position.
Know where you can get in and back out. A calm-looking gap in the breaking waves may be a rip current.
Keep checking your position. Use a fixed landmark to notice sideways drift. If a current carries you offshore, stay with your board, signal for help and avoid exhausting yourself paddling against it.
Today’s conditions
How to check today’s surf in Da Nang
Check wave height, period and wind together. Then compare the forecast with the view from My Khe.
The figures are model estimates. The camera shows one section of beach; check its timestamp and whether you’re watching a live view or a replay.
Da Nang surf conditions
My Khe Beach reference point
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Typical November · 1.18 m @ 7.0 s · prevailing NE
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Typical November · 11.2 km/h · prevailing NE
Sea-surface temperature
Typical November · 27.2°C
See My Khe now
Live/replay · 20 secActual view at one section of My Khe. Powered by Da Nang Surf Cam · Support the camera
See what changes
Interactive forecastModel map for the wider Da Nang coast. Forecast map by Windy.
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Local answers
More questions about surfing in Da Nang
Surfing around Vietnam, checking the beach and finding a rental board.
Is there good surfing in Vietnam?
Yes, but the season varies by region. Beyond Da Nang, other stretches of coast offer different breaks and swell patterns. Compare the time of year and experience level before choosing your destination. Explore surf spots in Vietnam.
Where can I watch the My Khe Beach surf camera?
Our forecast page includes a Da Nang Surf Cam preview of My Khe Beach. Check whether the image is live or a replay and note its timestamp. Open the surf forecast and camera.
Can you rent a surfboard in Da Nang?
Yes. SlicedWaves rents softboards and a 50L midlength. The first hour costs 150,000 VND for a softboard or 250,000 VND for the midlength. Each additional hour costs 50,000 VND. A leash is included, with free delivery across Da Nang for rentals of 2 hours or more. See surfboard rental in Da Nang.
SlicedWaves guides
Explore our surfing guides
Our guides to planning a surf trip, choosing a beach and getting started.
Surf seasons in Da Nang and Vietnam
Compare months, monsoon winds and swell patterns before choosing your travel dates.
Explore surf seasons
Beginner surfing in Vietnam
Boards, lessons and what to expect from your first session.
Beginner guide
Surf spots in Vietnam
Beach breaks, reef breaks and the seasons that work for each area.
Explore surf spots
How to read a beach break in Da Nang
Spot sandbanks, open shoulders and closeouts from the beach.
Read the beach break guide
Summer surfing in Da Nang
June to August: calm spells, occasional swells and boards for smaller waves.
Summer guideSurf with SlicedWaves
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