Houghton Bay
Wellington · New Zealand
Reef and beach breakgood for intermediates and advanced surfers
Reef peaks on the south coast. Best wind — N.
Live 7-day forecast →
Wave height and period, wind, tide and a “can you surf today” verdict — for every level and for yours personally. Free, no install.
The spot in short
| Type | Reef and beach break |
|---|---|
| Good for | intermediates and advanced surfers |
| Beach faces | south |
| Working swell | from southeast — southwest |
| Coordinates | -41.344, 174.782 |
FAQ
Is Houghton Bay good for beginners?
Houghton Bay is a spot for intermediates and advanced surfers. Beginners are better off at an easier spot nearby — see the list below; Plyuh’s forecast shows where it’s safe to learn today.
What’s the surf forecast for Houghton Bay today?
The live 7-day forecast — wave height and period, wind, tide, daylight and a plain-words verdict — is on the spot’s page in Plyuh: https://plyuh.com/#wellington/houghton-bay. The forecast is checked against nearby buoys and satellites.
Spots nearby — Wellington
- Titahi Bay — Beach break in a bay, beginners and intermediates
- Lyall Bay — Beach break, beginners and intermediates
- Breaker Bay — Reef, intermediates and advanced surfers