Gisborne – Wainui Beach in April
April is a good month for surfing at Gisborne – Wainui Beach (best: June–August).
Plan your trip to Gisborne – Wainui BeachEvery 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: 2.2 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 19°C, 3/2 wetsuit
- Air: 20°C by day, 13°C at night
- Weather: 23 sunny days, 12 rainy days
Gisborne – Wainui BeachGisborne, New ZealandBeginner-friendly · 3/2 wetsuit · ✈ GIS 9 kmWave height per month (m, average daily max)
Water temperature per month (°C)
Wave height: average daily maximum. Figures from 5 years of weather data (Open-Meteo).
Best time to go →Other spots for surfing in April
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New Plymouth – Fitzroy BeachNew Zealand · 346 km away · water 18°C2.1 m waves4
Taranaki – Stent RoadNew Zealand · 377 km away · water 18°C2.1 m waves5
OpunakeNew Zealand · 374 km away · water 18°C2.1 m waves6
PihaNew Zealand · 371 km away · water 19°C1.9 m wavesWithin 1,500 km, ranked by wave height and, a little, warm water.
Where to go surfing in April →Questions
Is April a good time for surfing at Gisborne – Wainui Beach?
April is a good month for surfing at Gisborne – Wainui Beach (best: June–August). Waves 2.2 m, water 19°C (3/2 wetsuit), air 20°C.
How warm is the water at Gisborne – Wainui Beach in April?
About 19°C: 3/2 wetsuit.
How big are the waves at Gisborne – Wainui Beach in April?
About 2.2 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Gisborne – Wainui Beach in April?
Around 20°C by day and 13°C at night, with about 23 sunny and 12 rainy days.
Where else can I go surfing in April?
Within 1,500 km: Ahipara (2.3 m waves), Raglan – Manu Bay (2.2 m waves) & New Plymouth – Fitzroy Beach (2.1 m waves).