About This Spot
Waikanae 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 and Medium waves water conditions, making it ideal for beginners and experienced riders alike.
With reliable winds throughout the season, Waikanae Beach, New Zealand delivers the kind of sessions that keep riders coming back year after year.
Why Riders Love It
Gets most of the wind from fronts as the squeeze through Cooks Straight. Blows most days 10-15 knts.
When to Go
Summer months, October to April around 20+°C, best May to June marginal and July to October winter months it's cold (10-14°C), but possible to ride.
What to Expect
Depending upon the tide, mixture of waves off shore (300m). Further out in the channel between the mainland and Kapiti Island big rolling swell is common. Waves up to 1.5-2m most common.
Wind & Conditions
Gets most of the wind from fronts as the squeeze through Cooks Straight. Blows most days 10-15 knts.
Best Months
Water Conditions
Depending upon the tide, mixture of waves off shore (300m). Further out in the channel between the mainland and Kapiti Island big rolling swell is common. Waves up to 1.5-2m most common.
Check Conditions
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Facilities & Access
📍 Getting There
🚶Short walk to the beach
About 60km north of Wellington. Waikanae Beach at Kapiti Coast.
Location
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