Is January a good time for surfing at Aramoana?
January is outside the best season for surfing at Aramoana; the best time is June–September. Waves 0.6 m, water 15°C (5/4 wetsuit and boots), air 18°C.
Plan your trip to AramoanaEvery month at a glance, daily wind and waves from years of weather statistics, photos, videos and local tips.Updated November 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Waves: 0.6 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 15°C, 5/4 wetsuit and boots
- Air: 18°C by day, 12°C at night
- Weather: sun (6+ hours) on about 25 days, rain (1+ mm) on about 12; a day can have both
Wave height: average daily maximum. Figures from 5 years of weather data (Open-Meteo).
Best time to go →Other spots for surfing in January
Within 1,500 km, ranked by wave height and, a little, warm water.
Where to go surfing in January →Questions
Is January a good time for surfing at Aramoana?
January is outside the best season for surfing at Aramoana; the best time is June–September. Waves 0.6 m, water 15°C (5/4 wetsuit and boots), air 18°C.
How warm is the water at Aramoana in January?
About 15°C: 5/4 wetsuit and boots.
How big are the waves at Aramoana in January?
About 0.6 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Aramoana in January?
Around 18°C by day and 12°C at night; sun (6+ hours) on about 25 days, rain (1+ mm) on about 12; a day can have both.
Where else can I go surfing in January?
Within 1,500 km: Gisborne – Wainui Beach (2 m waves), Ahipara (1.8 m waves) & Opunake (1.8 m waves).
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