About This Spot
Eastbourne, New Zealand is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in New Zealand.
Situated in Oceania, the spot offers Chop and Small waves water conditions, making it ideal for experienced riders pushing their limits.
With N–NNE–S winds, peaking from January to December, Eastbourne, New Zealand delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
75% northerlies and 15-20% southerlies. Eastbourne does not work in true South to Southeast conditions. The wind is very unstable in those conditions and cross offshore. If there is too much West in the wind direction the wind can become unstable too because of the hills/mountains just inland.
When to Go
Summer months, October to April around 20+°C, best May to June marginal and July to October winter months it is cold (10-14°C), but possible to ride.
What to Expect
Very open and unsheltered spot. It can get quite choppy with wind against tide conditions.
Wind & Conditions
N · NNE · S · SSW · SW · NNW
Best wind direction
75% northerlies and 15-20% southerlies. Eastbourne does not work in true South to Southeast conditions. The wind is very unstable in those conditions and cross offshore. If there is too much West in the wind direction the wind can become unstable too because of the hills/mountains just inland.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Very open and unsheltered spot. It can get quite choppy with wind against tide conditions.
Check Conditions
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
From Wellington to Lower Hut, then south along the coast until you reach Eastbourne. Along the waterfront until you get to the parking at the rugby/sports club.
Location
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