Mahia Spit
Long, skinny finger of rock on the Mahia Peninsula's east side that turns powerful and hollow down its eastern flank: the outside breaks square, very shallow and fast, for barrel riders only, while the right off the tip and the inside section are more forgiving and busy at weekends. NE swell, SW wind. It works best on a NE swell with SW winds around high tide. Watch for: very shallow outside section; experts.
Mahia Spit surf forecast
Model forecast for swell, wind and tide.
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Spot Details
CustomizeCustomize this spotSwell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- NE (55°)
- Direction range
- 15° - 135°
- Size range
- 1m - 4.1m
- Ideal size
- 2.4m - 3.3m
- Height multiplier
- 0.90×
- Ideal period
- 12s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- SW (225°)
- Offshore range
- 180° - 270°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- high
Water temp
17°C
Wetsuit
3/2mm fullsuit
Difficulty
8/10
Crowd level
7/10
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Mahia Spit?
The Mahia Spit profile favors high tide. Compare this preference with the forecast tide and local conditions before choosing a session.
What wind direction is offshore at Mahia Spit?
The Mahia Spit profile uses wind from SW (225°) as its preferred direction, with an offshore range of 180° to 270°. Wind speed matters too: light winds outside that range can still produce surfable conditions, while strong offshore winds can make takeoffs difficult.
What swell size and direction work best at Mahia Spit?
The Mahia Spit scoring profile favors swell from NE (15° to 135°), a swell-height range of 1m to 4.1m, and a reference period of 12s. These are model inputs, not guaranteed breaking-wave heights or a promise that the surf will suit every ability.
When is the best time of year to surf Mahia Spit?
The main season at Mahia Spit is Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr.
How do I get to Mahia Spit?
The spot profile lists GIS as a nearby airport. The estimated road transfer is 110 minutes.
What kind of wave is Mahia Spit?
Mahia Spit is a reef break, a peak with lefts and rights. Difficulty is rated 8/10.
Best Season
Peak: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
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