Opunake in January
January 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: 11 windy days (15+ knots), average wind 11 knots
- Waves: 1.8 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 19°C, 3/2 wetsuit
- Air: 21°C by day, 15°C at night
- Weather: 27 sunny days, 13 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 January →Questions
Is January a good time for kitesurfing at Opunake?
January is a fair month for kitesurfing at Opunake; the best time is September–October. 11 windy days, waves 1.8 m, water 19°C (3/2 wetsuit), air 21°C.
How warm is the water at Opunake in January?
About 19°C: 3/2 wetsuit.
How windy is Opunake in January?
About 11 days with at least 2 hours of 15+ knots in the daytime; average wind 11 knots.
How big are the waves at Opunake in January?
About 1.8 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Opunake in January?
Around 21°C by day and 15°C at night, with about 27 sunny and 13 rainy days.
Where else can I go kitesurfing in January?
Within 1,500 km: Orewa (9 windy days), Muriwai (11 windy days) & Papamoa (5 windy days).