About This Spot
Seatoun Beach, 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–NNW winds throughout the season, Seatoun Beach, New Zealand delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
the spot only works in northerly winds. the more from the north the better and a bit more steady. if there is some west in it, it can get very gusty, but the water stays a bit flatter.
When to Go
the weather can change very quickly in Wellington. looks at the clouds.
What to Expect
the harbour can get very choppy in stronger winds. there is a shipping line relatively close by, but otherwise there is plenty of space on the water. there is a reef to the east of the launching area that you have to clear to windward and to the west is a kids playground and after that a road that runs along the waterfront.
Wind & Conditions
N · NNE · NNW
Best wind direction
the spot only works in northerly winds. the more from the north the better and a bit more steady. if there is some west in it, it can get very gusty, but the water stays a bit flatter.
Best Months
Water Conditions
the harbour can get very choppy in stronger winds. there is a shipping line relatively close by, but otherwise there is plenty of space on the water. there is a reef to the east of the launching area that you have to clear to windward and to the west is a kids playground and after that a road that runs along the waterfront.
Check Conditions
Live Wind Forecast at Seatoun Beach, New Zealand
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚗No walk to the beach
In the East of Wellington. past the airport towards Seatoun. through the tunnel follow the main road around the right bend and keep going straight ahead until you are at the water with a parking area to the left at the beach with the boat sheds.
Location
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