SUP in Auckland
3 SUP spots in Auckland, New Zealand. The colours show each month: the stronger, the better for SUP.
Find the best time to goTap a spot to see when to go: wind, waves, water temperature, sun and rain in every month, from years of weather statistics.
Updated October 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Best time for SUP in Auckland: January–February. Then water around 22°C (shorty).
- Top picks: Auckland – Waitematā Harbour, Orewa & Lake Pupuke.
- For beginners: Auckland – Waitematā Harbour, Orewa & Lake Pupuke.
Auckland – Waitematā HarbourAuckland, New Zealand · best January–FebruaryBeginner-friendly · 23°C water in season, shorty · ✈ AKL 19 kmWater temperature per month (°C)
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OrewaAuckland (Hibiscus Coast), New Zealand · best January–MarchBeginner-friendly · 22°C water in season, shorty · ✈ AKL 48 kmWater temperature per month (°C)
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Lake PupukeAuckland, New ZealandBeginner-friendly · ✈ AKL 26 kmWater temperature per month (°C)
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Month by month in Auckland
| Month | Water | Wetsuit | Air |
|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 22°C | shorty | 23°C |
| FebruaryFeb | 23°C | shorty | 23°C |
| MarchMar | 21°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 22°C |
| AprilApr | 20°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 20°C |
| MayMay | 17°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 17°C |
| JuneJun | 15°C | 5/4 wetsuit and boots | 16°C |
| JulyJul | 14°C | 5/4 wetsuit and boots | 15°C |
| AugustAug | 13°C | 5/4 wetsuit and boots | 15°C |
| SeptemberSep | 15°C | 5/4 wetsuit and boots | 16°C |
| OctoberOct | 16°C | 4/3 wetsuit | 18°C |
| NovemberNov | 19°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 20°C |
| DecemberDec | 21°C | 3/2 wetsuit | 22°C |
Averages of the 3 spots on this page. Best months highlighted. Air: average daytime high.
Questions
When is the best time for SUP in Auckland?
Best time for SUP in Auckland: January–February. Then water around 22°C (shorty).
What wetsuit do I need in Auckland?
It depends on the month: about 23°C water in February (shorty) and about 13°C in August (5/4 wetsuit and boots).
Is Auckland good for beginners?
Yes, these spots suit beginners: Auckland – Waitematā Harbour, Orewa & Lake Pupuke.
Which airport is closest?
Auckland International Airport (AKL), 19 km from Auckland – Waitematā Harbour.