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Wainuiomata Reefs
Wainuiomata Reefs is a Wellington south-coast reef break on the exposed Pencarrow-to-Wainuiomata shoreline, with the kind of rocky setup that can still produce proper surf year-round. It is a regional reef option rather than a marquee name, but the exposed coast and offshore reef line give it real surf value. Get the latest surfing conditions, forecast, and tide details for Wainuiomata Reefs in Wellington.
Break TypeReef Break
Skill LevelIntermediate - Advanced
LocationWellington, NZ
Best conditions today
- Waves Flat
- Period 0 s
- Wind N 17 kt
Tide curve (forecast)
-0.7 ftfalling
- High1.0 ft
- Low-1.4 ft
- High1.3 ft
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The coast is exposed, road access is limited, rocks are a hazard, crowds can build when it is on, and a mid-to-high tide is the safer read.
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