Christchurch – New Brighton in September
September is one of the best months for kitesurfing at Christchurch – New Brighton.
Plan your trip to Christchurch – New BrightonEvery 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
- Wind: 5 windy days (15+ knots), average wind 9 knots
- Waves: 1.5 m on average (daily maximum)
- Air: 15°C by day, 6°C at night
- Weather: 26 sunny days, 10 rainy days
Christchurch – New BrightonCanterbury (Christchurch), New ZealandIntermediate and up · ✈ CHC 16 kmWindy days: days with at least 2 hours of 15+ knots between 9:00 and 18:00, averaged over recent years. Figures from 5 years of weather data (Open-Meteo).
Best time to go →Other spots for kitesurfing in September
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New Plymouth – Fitzroy BeachNew Zealand · 509 km away · water 14°C16 windy days2
Foxton BeachNew Zealand · 396 km away · water 13°C12 windy days3
OpunakeNew Zealand · 460 km away · water 14°C19 windy days4
PlimmertonNew Zealand · 321 km away · water 13°C17 windy days5
RangiputaNew Zealand · 960 km away · water 16°C12 windy days6
AhiparaNew Zealand · 928 km away · water 15°C12 windy daysWithin 1,500 km, ranked by windy days and, a little, warm water.
Where to go kitesurfing in September →Questions
Is September a good time for kitesurfing at Christchurch – New Brighton?
September is one of the best months for kitesurfing at Christchurch – New Brighton. 5 windy days, waves 1.5 m, air 15°C.
How windy is Christchurch – New Brighton in September?
About 5 days with at least 2 hours of 15+ knots in the daytime; average wind 9 knots.
How big are the waves at Christchurch – New Brighton in September?
About 1.5 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Christchurch – New Brighton in September?
Around 15°C by day and 6°C at night, with about 26 sunny and 10 rainy days.
Where else can I go kitesurfing in September?
Within 1,500 km: New Plymouth – Fitzroy Beach (16 windy days), Foxton Beach (12 windy days) & Opunake (19 windy days).