Whangamatā Bar in May
May is a good month for surfing at Whangamatā Bar (best: April, June–July).
Plan your trip to Whangamatā BarEvery 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: 1.5 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 18°C, 4/3 wetsuit
- Air: 17°C by day, 11°C at night
- Weather: 24 sunny days, 13 rainy days
Whangamatā BarWaikato (Coromandel), New ZealandIntermediate and up · 4/3 wetsuit · ✈ TRG 58 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 May
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AhiparaNew Zealand · 335 km away · water 18°C2.5 m waves2
Raglan – Manu BayNew Zealand · 116 km away · water 18°C2.4 m waves3
PihaNew Zealand · 129 km away · water 17°C2.1 m waves4
New Plymouth – Fitzroy BeachNew Zealand · 256 km away · water 17°C2.3 m waves5
MuriwaiNew Zealand · 136 km away · water 17°C2.1 m waves6
Taranaki – Stent RoadNew Zealand · 290 km away · water 17°C2.3 m wavesWithin 1,500 km, ranked by wave height and, a little, warm water.
Where to go surfing in May →Questions
Is May a good time for surfing at Whangamatā Bar?
May is a good month for surfing at Whangamatā Bar (best: April, June–July). Waves 1.5 m, water 18°C (4/3 wetsuit), air 17°C.
How warm is the water at Whangamatā Bar in May?
About 18°C: 4/3 wetsuit.
How big are the waves at Whangamatā Bar in May?
About 1.5 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Whangamatā Bar in May?
Around 17°C by day and 11°C at night, with about 24 sunny and 13 rainy days.
Where else can I go surfing in May?
Within 1,500 km: Ahipara (2.5 m waves), Raglan – Manu Bay (2.4 m waves) & Piha (2.1 m waves).