Whale Bay
Raglan · New Zealand
Left-hand point over rocksgood for advanced surfers
Long left over boulders, more powerful than Manu Bay. Best wind — SE-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 | Left-hand point over rocks |
|---|---|
| Good for | advanced surfers |
| Beach faces | northwest |
| Working swell | from south — northwest |
| Coordinates | -37.837, 174.788 |
FAQ
Is Whale Bay good for beginners?
Whale Bay is a spot for 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 Whale 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/#raglan/whale-bay. The forecast is checked against nearby buoys and satellites.
Spots nearby — Raglan
- Ngarunui Beach — Beach break, beginners and intermediates
- Manu Bay — surf spot, intermediates and advanced surfers
- Indicators — Left-hand point, advanced surfers
- Ruapuke — Beach break, intermediates and advanced surfers