Is February a good time for surfing at Tauranga Bay – Cape Foulwind?
February is outside the best season for surfing at Tauranga Bay – Cape Foulwind; the best time is July–August. Waves 0.6 m, water 19°C (3/2 wetsuit), air 20°C.
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In short
- Waves: 0.6 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 19°C, 3/2 wetsuit
- Air: 20°C by day, 14°C at night
- Weather: 24 sunny days, 12 rainy days
Wave height: average daily maximum. Figures from 5 years of weather data (Open-Meteo).
Best time to go →Other spots for surfing in February
Within 1,500 km, ranked by wave height and, a little, warm water.
Where to go surfing in February →Questions
Is February a good time for surfing at Tauranga Bay – Cape Foulwind?
February is outside the best season for surfing at Tauranga Bay – Cape Foulwind; the best time is July–August. Waves 0.6 m, water 19°C (3/2 wetsuit), air 20°C.
How warm is the water at Tauranga Bay – Cape Foulwind in February?
About 19°C: 3/2 wetsuit.
How big are the waves at Tauranga Bay – Cape Foulwind in February?
About 0.6 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Tauranga Bay – Cape Foulwind in February?
Around 20°C by day and 14°C at night, with about 24 sunny and 12 rainy days.
Where else can I go surfing in February?
Within 1,500 km: Raglan – Manu Bay (2 m waves), Ahipara (2 m waves) & Gisborne – Wainui Beach (1.9 m waves).
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