About This Spot
Shakespear Bay, New Zealand is one of the world's premier wind-sports destinations, located in New Zealand.
Situated in Oceania, the spot offers Flat and Chop water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.
With S–SSW–SW winds, peaking from July to August, Shakespear Bay, New Zealand delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Summer thermals can occur here but can be crowded at this time of year. Best conditions are a 25 knot SW, common during winter. Best directions are S/SW, typical speeds are 15-30 knots, thermals when they occur are usually 15-20 knots.
When to Go
Air temp: winter 13°C, summer 23°C. Water temp: winter 15°C, summer 23°C. The best time to ride here is during winter and the best sessions here produce the coldest temps that Auckland gets. You can ride here all year-round.
What to Expect
Medium to large chop but at mid tide a flat water section close to shore. Watch out for the rocks in the middle close to shore.
Wind & Conditions
S · SSW · SW
Best wind direction
Summer thermals can occur here but can be crowded at this time of year. Best conditions are a 25 knot SW, common during winter. Best directions are S/SW, typical speeds are 15-30 knots, thermals when they occur are usually 15-20 knots.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Medium to large chop but at mid tide a flat water section close to shore. Watch out for the rocks in the middle close to shore.
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
Location
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