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Auckland kitesurfing spot in Auckland
Auckland kitesurfing spot in Auckland
Auckland kitesurfing spot in Auckland

When to kitesurf in Auckland

None of the 1 spots we track in Auckland has a month where 60% of days reach 12 kt+; expect light, irregular wind and check forecasts.

Based on Open-Meteo climatology for each spot. How we calculate this

Windiest spots in Auckland

SpotBest seasonWindy daysAvg windWater
AucklandAround Jul33–47%10–12 kt14–17 °C

Kitesurfing in Auckland: FAQ

When is the best time to kitesurf in Auckland?
None of the 1 spots we track in Auckland has a month where 60% of days reach 12 kt+; expect light, irregular wind and check forecasts.
What are the windiest kite spots in Auckland?
Ranked by the share of windy days in their best months: Auckland (Around Jul, up to 47% windy days).
How warm is the water for kitesurfing in Auckland?
During each spot's wind season the sea is typically 14–17 °C. Bring a wetsuit for the cooler spots.
Is there flat water or waves for kitesurfing in Auckland?
Flat-water spots: Auckland. Wave spots: Auckland.
Where can I take kitesurfing lessons in Auckland?
We list 3 kite schools in Auckland, including Kiteworks, Madloop Windsurfing School and Rentals, The Waterman Kitesurf & Sup Online Store Formerly Jc Kitesurf and Sup, plus 2 kite shops.

When to kitesurf Auckland

Auckland has no strongly reliable season; the windiest months are May, Jul and Sep: 33–47% of days reach 12 kt+, with 10–12 kt average daily wind, 14–17 °C water and 12–15 °C air.

Open-Meteo climatology, 3-year average of daily data. How we calculate this

Conditions at a glance

Wind strength

It gets Strong (Up to 30 knots)

Consistency

It's windy Every week

Wind quality

Pretty steady · cold wind

Water

ChoppyFlatWaves

Water temp

Cold (You need a wetsuit)

Boosting direction

Either direction

Windy months

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

Woo big-air record: 28.3 m by Marc Jacobs · bottom-end kite 25m+

Spots at this destination

  • Muriwai
  • Mangawhai Heads
  • Orewa
  • Takapuna
  • Shakespear
  • Shoal Bay

Wind & conditions

  • Wind reliability4.1
  • Avg wind (peak months)11–12 kt
  • Water temp13–22 °C
  • Best seasonAround Jul

Season Stats

Typical month-by-month snapshot — use live forecasts before you go.

MonthWind chanceAvg windAir °CWater °C
Jan25%9.7 kt19.722.1
Feb21%9.4 kt19.821.7
Mar11%8.6 kt18.421.2
Apr27%10 kt1719.1
May33%10.2 kt14.917.2
Jun30%10.1 kt12.914.5
Jul47%11.5 kt12.114
Aug25%9.7 kt11.413
Sep42%10.9 kt12.914.6
Oct29%10.6 kt14.516.1
Nov23%9.3 kt16.418.1
Dec16%9.5 kt18.920

🏄 Spots

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Auckland kitesurfing spot in auckland

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🪁 Schools

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Kiteworks kitesurfing school in auckland

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Madloop Windsurfing School and Rentals kitesurfing school in auckland

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🛍️ Shops

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FlowState Surf + Sport (formerly SUPcentre) kitesurfing shop in auckland

auckland

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Ultimate Surf & Skate kitesurfing shop in auckland

auckland

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