North Piha
Auckland West · New Zealand
Beach breakgood for intermediates and advanced surfers
Peaks north of Lion Rock. Best wind — E.
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 | intermediates and advanced surfers |
| Beach faces | west |
| Working swell | from south — northwest |
| Coordinates | -36.944, 174.466 |
FAQ
Is North Piha good for beginners?
North Piha 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 North Piha 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/#auckland-west/north-piha. The forecast is checked against nearby buoys and satellites.
Spots nearby — Auckland West
- Muriwai — Beach break, beginners and intermediates
- Te Henga (Bethells) — Beach break, intermediates and advanced surfers
- Piha — surf spot, all levels — from beginner to advanced
- Karekare — Beach break, intermediates and advanced surfers