Lyall Bay
Wellington · New Zealand
Beach breakgood for beginners and intermediatesboard rental nearby
Wellington's main beach, schools. 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 | Beach break |
|---|---|
| Good for | beginners and intermediates |
| Beach faces | south |
| Working swell | from southeast — southwest |
| Coordinates | -41.33, 174.795 |
FAQ
Is Lyall Bay good for beginners?
Yes, Lyall Bay works for beginners (and not only). Still check the live forecast before paddling out: even a “beginner spot” can get dangerous in a big swell.
What’s the surf forecast for Lyall 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/lyall-bay. The forecast is checked against nearby buoys and satellites.
Spots nearby — Wellington
- Titahi Bay — Beach break in a bay, beginners and intermediates
- Houghton Bay — Reef and beach break, intermediates and advanced surfers
- Breaker Bay — Reef, intermediates and advanced surfers