Wellington – Lyall Bay in April
April is a good month for surfing at Wellington – Lyall Bay (best: June–October).
Plan your trip to Wellington – Lyall BayEvery month at a glance, daily wind and waves from years of weather statistics, photos, videos and local tips.Updated October 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Waves: 2.1 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 17°C, 4/3 wetsuit
- Air: 17°C by day, 13°C at night
- Weather: 23 sunny days, 9 rainy days
Wellington – Lyall BayWellington, New ZealandBeginner-friendly · 4/3 wetsuit · ✈ WLG 1 kmWave height per month (m, average daily max)
Water temperature per month (°C)
Wave height: average daily maximum. Figures from 5 years of weather data (Open-Meteo).
Best time to go →Other spots for surfing in April
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AhiparaNew Zealand · 700 km away · water 20°C2.3 m waves2
Raglan – Manu BayNew Zealand · 390 km away · water 19°C2.2 m waves3
Gisborne – Wainui BeachNew Zealand · 405 km away · water 19°C2.2 m waves4
New Plymouth – Fitzroy BeachNew Zealand · 261 km away · water 18°C2.1 m waves5
Taranaki – Stent RoadNew Zealand · 249 km away · water 18°C2.1 m waves6
OpunakeNew Zealand · 223 km away · water 18°C2.1 m wavesWithin 1,500 km, ranked by wave height and, a little, warm water.
Where to go surfing in April →Questions
Is April a good time for surfing at Wellington – Lyall Bay?
April is a good month for surfing at Wellington – Lyall Bay (best: June–October). Waves 2.1 m, water 17°C (4/3 wetsuit), air 17°C.
How warm is the water at Wellington – Lyall Bay in April?
About 17°C: 4/3 wetsuit.
How big are the waves at Wellington – Lyall Bay in April?
About 2.1 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Wellington – Lyall Bay in April?
Around 17°C by day and 13°C at night, with about 23 sunny and 9 rainy days.
Where else can I go surfing in April?
Within 1,500 km: Ahipara (2.3 m waves), Raglan – Manu Bay (2.2 m waves) & Gisborne – Wainui Beach (2.2 m waves).