Surf spot

Dong Sha

Forecast conditions and map view for Dong Sha in China, Yellow Sea. Open the interactive surf map to inspect wind, waves, and nearby spots.

Country: China, Yellow Sea
Coordinates: 29.8821, 122.4145

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Wave energy (kJ)	6	5	4	4	3	2	2	1	1	1	1	1	0	0	1	1	1	1	1	1	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	2	3	2	4	4	3	3	4	4	5	5	4	5	1	2	3	4	2	4	4	3	3	4	4	3	3	3	3	3
Wind speed (km/h)	22.1	20.3	20	19.1	18.7	19.3	18	12.5	11.8	15.1	15.5	17.2	16.8	20.3	25	18.1	19.7	23.8	27	27	29	26.9	25.8	25.5	25.3	26.9	26.8	29.3	30.8	31.3	30.5	25.7	23.5	20.4	20.9	20.9	22.7	23.2	21.2	16.2	14.2	16.4	17.6	20.5	21.7	20.9	18.2	13.8	7.9	7.6	6.4	9.4	12.6	14.8	13	9.6
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Dong Sha (东沙), China — Yellow Sea

Dong Sha is a relatively little-known surf spot on China’s Yellow Sea coast, associated with sandy beachbreak conditions rather than reef or point surf. The area is shaped by the Yellow Sea’s seasonal wind and swell patterns, so waves are often highly dependent on storms, typhoon remnants, and local wind setup rather than consistent groundswell.

What the wave is like

Type: Beachbreak
Bottom: Sand
Best on: Northeast to east swell exposure, with favorable offshore winds
Wave shape: Can be peaky and fast when conditions line up, but often choppy or soft
Consistency: Usually inconsistent to seasonal, with surfable windows more likely during storm season

Conditions

Water temperature: Cold to cool for much of the year; a wetsuit is typically needed outside summer
Wind: Local wind can be a major factor; clean mornings or post-storm windows are best
Tide: Likely tide-sensitive, as many beachbreaks in the region are
Crowds: Probably light compared with major surf destinations, though local use may vary

Best time to surf

Surf in this region is generally best during periods when: - Typhoon swells or strong low-pressure systems send energy into the Yellow Sea - Seasonal storm tracks produce enough wave power - Winds are light or offshore

Notes

Because Dong Sha is not widely documented as a major surf destination, exact details can vary depending on the specific Dong Sha location and nearby coastline.