Opunake in February
February is a fair month for kitesurfing at Opunake; the best time is September–October.
Plan your trip to OpunakeEvery 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: 9 windy days (15+ knots), average wind 12 knots
- Waves: 1.9 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 20°C, 3/2 wetsuit
- Air: 21°C by day, 16°C at night
- Weather: 24 sunny days, 11 rainy days
OpunakeTaranaki, New ZealandIntermediate and up · 3/2 wetsuit · ✈ NPL 57 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).
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Where to go kitesurfing in February →Questions
Is February a good time for kitesurfing at Opunake?
February is a fair month for kitesurfing at Opunake; the best time is September–October. 9 windy days, waves 1.9 m, water 20°C (3/2 wetsuit), air 21°C.
How warm is the water at Opunake in February?
About 20°C: 3/2 wetsuit.
How windy is Opunake in February?
About 9 days with at least 2 hours of 15+ knots in the daytime; average wind 12 knots.
How big are the waves at Opunake in February?
About 1.9 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Opunake in February?
Around 21°C by day and 16°C at night, with about 24 sunny and 11 rainy days.
Where else can I go kitesurfing in February?
Within 1,500 km: Orewa (6 windy days), Muriwai (6 windy days) & Papamoa (3 windy days).