Is September a good time for kitesurfing at Ōreti Beach?
September is one of the best months for kitesurfing at Ōreti Beach. 16 windy days, waves 1.6 m, water 11°C (5/4 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves), air 12°C.
Plan your trip to Ōreti BeachEvery 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
- Wind: 16 windy days (15+ knots), average wind 13 knots
- Waves: 1.6 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 11°C, 5/4 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves
- Air: 12°C by day, 6°C at night
- Weather: 24 sunny days, 20 rainy days
Windy 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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Within 1,500 km, ranked by windy days and, a little, warm water.
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Is September a good time for kitesurfing at Ōreti Beach?
September is one of the best months for kitesurfing at Ōreti Beach. 16 windy days, waves 1.6 m, water 11°C (5/4 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves), air 12°C.
How warm is the water at Ōreti Beach in September?
About 11°C: 5/4 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves.
How windy is Ōreti Beach in September?
About 16 days with at least 2 hours of 15+ knots in the daytime; average wind 13 knots.
How big are the waves at Ōreti Beach in September?
About 1.6 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Ōreti Beach in September?
Around 12°C by day and 6°C at night, with about 24 sunny and 20 rainy days.
Where else can I go kitesurfing in September?
Within 1,500 km: Nelson – Tāhunanui (windy season), New Plymouth – Fitzroy Beach (16 windy days) & Foxton Beach (12 windy days).
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