Whituare Bay (Maraenui)
Good-quality right point over rock on a shingle beach just north of Hawai: the wave walls up but stays fairly fat, with several sections and long rides, so it suits longboards. N swell. It works best on a N swell with SSE winds around low tide. Watch for: rocks.
Whituare Bay (Maraenui) surf forecast
Model forecast for swell, wind and tide.
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Spot Details
CustomizeCustomize this spotSwell Requirements
- Optimal direction
- N (355°)
- Direction range
- 300° - 40°
- Size range
- 1.3m - 3.3m
- Ideal size
- 2.2m - 2.8m
- Height multiplier
- 0.97×
- Ideal period
- 12s+
Wind Requirements
- Optimal direction
- SSE (160°)
- Offshore range
- 115° - 205°
Tide Requirements
- Optimal tide
- low
Water temp
18°C
Wetsuit
3/2mm fullsuit
Difficulty
3/10
Crowd level
4/10
Frequently Asked Questions
What tide is best at Whituare Bay (Maraenui)?
The Whituare Bay (Maraenui) profile favors low tide. Compare this preference with the forecast tide and local conditions before choosing a session.
What wind direction is offshore at Whituare Bay (Maraenui)?
The Whituare Bay (Maraenui) profile uses wind from SSE (160°) as its preferred direction, with an offshore range of 115° to 205°. 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 Whituare Bay (Maraenui)?
The Whituare Bay (Maraenui) scoring profile favors swell from N (300° to 40°), a swell-height range of 1.3m to 3.3m, 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 Whituare Bay (Maraenui)?
The main season at Whituare Bay (Maraenui) is Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr.
How do I get to Whituare Bay (Maraenui)?
The spot profile lists WHK as a nearby airport. The estimated road transfer is 65 minutes.
What kind of wave is Whituare Bay (Maraenui)?
Whituare Bay (Maraenui) is a point break, a right-hander. Difficulty is rated 3/10.
Best Season
Peak: Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr
Getting There
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