Piha in August
August is one of the best months for surfing at Piha.
Plan your trip to PihaEvery 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
- Waves: 2 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 14°C, 5/4 wetsuit and boots
- Air: 15°C by day, 9°C at night
- Weather: 26 sunny days, 15 rainy days
PihaAuckland (West Coast), New ZealandIntermediate and up · 5/4 wetsuit and boots · ✈ AKL 29 kmWave height per month (m, average daily max)
Wave height: average daily maximum. Figures from 5 years of weather data (Open-Meteo).
Best time to go →Other spots for surfing in August
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AhiparaNew Zealand · 231 km away · water 15°C2.4 m waves2
Taranaki – Stent RoadNew Zealand · 260 km away · water 14°C2.3 m waves3
New Plymouth – Fitzroy BeachNew Zealand · 235 km away · water 14°C2.3 m waves4
Raglan – Manu BayNew Zealand · 101 km away · water 14°C2.4 m waves5
MuriwaiNew Zealand · 14 km away · water 14°C2 m waves6
OpunakeNew Zealand · 284 km away · water 14°C2.3 m wavesWithin 1,500 km, ranked by wave height and, a little, warm water.
Where to go surfing in August →Schools and camps near Piha
- Piha Surf Accommodation 1.1 km
Camps and schools are from OpenStreetMap; check with them directly before you book.
Questions
Is August a good time for surfing at Piha?
August is one of the best months for surfing at Piha. Waves 2 m, water 14°C (5/4 wetsuit and boots), air 15°C.
How warm is the water at Piha in August?
About 14°C: 5/4 wetsuit and boots.
How big are the waves at Piha in August?
About 2 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Piha in August?
Around 15°C by day and 9°C at night, with about 26 sunny and 15 rainy days.
Where else can I go surfing in August?
Within 1,500 km: Ahipara (2.4 m waves), Taranaki – Stent Road (2.3 m waves) & New Plymouth – Fitzroy Beach (2.3 m waves).