Papamoa in January
January is one of the best months for kitesurfing at Papamoa. Weather models underestimate the local winds here, so riders usually find more wind than the windy-day count shows.
Plan your trip to PapamoaEvery 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 10 knots
- Waves: 1.5 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 21°C, 3/2 wetsuit
- Air: 23°C by day, 16°C at night
- Weather: 26 sunny days, 15 rainy days
PapamoaBay of Plenty, New ZealandBeginner-friendly · 3/2 wetsuit · ✈ TRG 9 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 Papamoa?
January is one of the best months for kitesurfing at Papamoa. Weather models underestimate the local winds here, so riders usually find more wind than the windy-day count shows. 5 windy days, waves 1.5 m, water 21°C (3/2 wetsuit), air 23°C.
How warm is the water at Papamoa in January?
About 21°C: 3/2 wetsuit.
How windy is Papamoa in January?
About 5 days with at least 2 hours of 15+ knots in the daytime; average wind 10 knots.
How big are the waves at Papamoa in January?
About 1.5 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Papamoa in January?
Around 23°C by day and 16°C at night, with about 26 sunny and 15 rainy days.
Where else can I go kitesurfing in January?
Within 1,500 km: Orewa (9 windy days), Muriwai (11 windy days) & Napier – Westshore (7 windy days).