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Wellington kitesurfing spot in Wellington
Wellington kitesurfing spot in Wellington
Wellington kitesurfing spot in Wellington

When to kitesurf in Wellington

Across the 1 kite spot we track in Wellington, the most reliable months are Feb, Mar and Aug–Dec, when most spots have at least 60% of days with 12 kt+ wind.

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

Windiest spots in Wellington

SpotBest seasonWindy daysAvg windWater
WellingtonAug – Dec60–74%13–15 kt12–19 °C

Kitesurfing in Wellington: FAQ

When is the best time to kitesurf in Wellington?
Across the 1 kite spot we track in Wellington, the most reliable months are Feb, Mar and Aug–Dec, when most spots have at least 60% of days with 12 kt+ wind.
What are the windiest kite spots in Wellington?
Ranked by the share of windy days in their best months: Wellington (Aug – Dec, up to 74% windy days).
How warm is the water for kitesurfing in Wellington?
During each spot's wind season the sea is typically 12–19 °C. Bring a wetsuit for the cooler spots.
Is there flat water or waves for kitesurfing in Wellington?
Flat-water spots: Wellington. Wave spots: Wellington.
Where can I take kitesurfing lessons in Wellington?
We don't list any kite schools in Wellington yet.

When to kitesurf Wellington

The best months to kitesurf Wellington are Feb, Mar and Aug–Dec: 60–74% of days reach 12 kt+, with 13–15 kt average daily wind, 12–19 °C water and 8–15 °C air.

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

Conditions at a glance

Wind strength

It gets Very Strong (Up to 40 knots)

Consistency

It's windy Almost every day

Wind quality

Gusty and holey · cold wind

Water

ChoppyFlatWaves

Water temp

Cold (You need a wetsuit)

Boosting direction

Either direction

Windy months

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

Woo big-air record: 27 m by Marc Jacobs · bottom-end kite 25m+

Spots at this destination

  • Seatoun Beach
  • Lyall Bay
  • Mana
  • Petone
  • Waikanae
  • Otaki Beach

Wind & conditions

  • Wind reliability7.1
  • Avg wind (peak months)14–15 kt
  • Water temp12–19 °C
  • Best seasonAug – Dec

Season Stats

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

MonthWind chanceAvg windAir °CWater °C
Jan47%12.3 kt15.518.1
Feb63%13.2 kt15.119
Mar60%13 kt14.118.3
Apr53%12.4 kt12.817.5
May54%12.7 kt11.616.7
Jun48%12.4 kt9.615
Jul59%13.4 kt8.413.4
Aug72%14 kt8.312.4
Sep74%14.8 kt9.413.3
Oct62%13.7 kt10.513.8
Nov66%14.1 kt12.715
Dec60%13.1 kt14.517

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