About This Spot
Cornwallis, New Zealand is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in New Zealand.
Situated in Oceania, the spot offers Shallow and Flat and Chop water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.
With NE–SE winds, peaking from January to December, Cornwallis, New Zealand delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Very strong easterlies not common. Lucky to get ideal conditions here once a month. Normally you can count the number of times per year on both hands. Easterly storm systems can occur at any time of year but aren't that common.
When to Go
Water temp in summer is in the 20°C's. Winter is in the mid teens. Summer air temp about 25°C. Winter air temp averages 15°C. However in conditions when this beach is appropriate it will be pretty stormy from the E or SE so will probably be colder air temp than averages mentioned above. Wetsuit is required due to weather conditions suiting this beach. This beach is ideal when it's too insane on the east coast beaches like Orewa and Takapuna. Much better for beginners.
What to Expect
Small chop. This spot works on all tides.
Wind & Conditions
NE · SE
Best wind direction
Very strong easterlies not common. Lucky to get ideal conditions here once a month. Normally you can count the number of times per year on both hands. Easterly storm systems can occur at any time of year but aren't that common.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Small chop. This spot works on all tides.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
From the airport take the southwestern motorway until you get to Hillsborough, and then drive along the coastal hills (get the map out for this so you know where to go) until you get to Titirangi. Then take the West Huia Rd (follow the signposting to Huia) until you get to Cornwallis (about 15km drive from Titirangi). Car definitely required as with all Auckland spots. You can also turn left before you exit to Cornwallis (Pine Av.), here you will find good parking.
Location
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