Parawing in Bay of Plenty
2 parawing spots in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand. The colours show each month: the stronger, the better for parawing.
Find the best time to goTap a spot to see when to go: wind, waves, water temperature, sun and rain in every month, from years of weather statistics.
Updated October 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Best time for parawing in Bay of Plenty: January–March, October, December. Then about 5 windy days a month and water around 19°C (3/2 wetsuit).
- Top picks: Papamoa & Kulim Park.
- For beginners: Papamoa & Kulim Park.
PapamoaBay of Plenty, New Zealand · best January–March, October–DecemberBeginner-friendly · 19°C water in season, 3/2 wetsuit · ✈ TRG 9 kmWindy days per month (15+ knots)
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Kulim ParkBay of Plenty, New ZealandBeginner-friendly · ✈ TRG 4 kmWindy days per month (15+ knots)
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Best time to go →Windy days: days with at least 2 hours of 15+ knots between 9:00 and 18:00, averaged over recent years.
Month by month in Bay of Plenty
| Month | Windy days | Water | Wetsuit | Air |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 5 | 21°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 23°C |
| FebruaryFeb | 3 | 21°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 23°C |
| MarchMar | 3 | 21°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 21°C |
| AprilApr | 6 | 19°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 19°C |
| MayMay | 5 | 18°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 17°C |
| JuneJun | 5 | 16°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 15°C |
| JulyJul | 6 | 15°C | 5/4 wetsuit and boots | 14°C |
| AugustAug | 3 | 14°C | 5/4 wetsuit and boots | 14°C |
| SeptemberSep | 7 | 15°C | 5/4 wetsuit and boots | 16°C |
| OctoberOct | 10 | 16°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 18°C |
| NovemberNov | 4 | 17°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 20°C |
| DecemberDec | 5 | 19°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 22°C |
Averages of the 2 spots on this page. Best months highlighted. Air: average daytime high.
Questions
When is the best time for parawing in Bay of Plenty?
Best time for parawing in Bay of Plenty: January–March, October, December. Then about 5 windy days a month and water around 19°C (3/2 wetsuit).
What wetsuit do I need in Bay of Plenty?
It depends on the month: about 21°C water in February (3/2 wetsuit) and about 14°C in August (5/4 wetsuit and boots).
Is Bay of Plenty good for beginners?
Yes, these spots suit beginners: Papamoa & Kulim Park.
Which airport is closest?
Tauranga Airport (TRG), 9 km from Papamoa.