Is September a good time for surfing at Moorea – Haapiti?

September is a good month for surfing at Moorea – Haapiti (best: May–August, October). Waves 2 m, water 27°C (no wetsuit), air 27°C.

Plan your trip to Moorea – HaapitiEvery 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: 2 m on average (daily maximum)
  • Water: 27°C, no wetsuit
  • Air: 27°C by day, 23°C at night
  • Weather: sun (6+ hours) on about 28 days, rain (1+ mm) on about 15; a day can have both

Wave height: average daily maximum. Figures from 5 years of weather data (Open-Meteo).

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Other spots for surfing in September

Within 1,500 km, ranked by wave height; when equal, warmer water first.

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Schools and camps near Moorea – Haapiti

  • Haapiti Surf Lodge 1.5 km

Camps and schools are from OpenStreetMap; check with them directly before you book.

Questions

Is September a good time for surfing at Moorea – Haapiti?

September is a good month for surfing at Moorea – Haapiti (best: May–August, October). Waves 2 m, water 27°C (no wetsuit), air 27°C.

How warm is the water at Moorea – Haapiti in September?

About 27°C: no wetsuit.

How big are the waves at Moorea – Haapiti in September?

About 2 m on average (daily maximum).

What is the weather like at Moorea – Haapiti in September?

Around 27°C by day and 23°C at night; sun (6+ hours) on about 28 days, rain (1+ mm) on about 15; a day can have both.

Where else can I go surfing in September?

Within 1,500 km: Tahiti – Papara (2.3 m waves) & Tahiti – Teahupo'o (2.3 m waves).

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