Surf spot

Donut Island

Forecast conditions and map view for Donut Island in New Zealand, New Zealand NI, Coromandel. Open the interactive surf map to inspect wind, waves, and nearby spots.

Country: New Zealand, New Zealand NI, Coromandel
Coordinates: -37.2182, 175.8931

Metric
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Wave direction	NE	NE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	NE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	ENE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NNE	NNE	NNE	NNE	NNE	NNE	NNE	NE	NE	NE
Wave period (s)	8.2	8.4	9.4	8.8	8.1	8.4	8.5	8.3	8.4	8.2	8.2	8.2	8.3	7.3	11.3	8.5	10.3	10.3	10.2	9.9	9.8	9.7	9.7	10.9	10.9	10.4	10.4	10.8	10.6	10.4	10.4	10.3	10.2	10.1	10.1	9.9	9.9	9.8	9.8	9.8	9.8	9.7	9.5	9.6	9.6	6.4	4.2	4.7	4.8	5	5.2	5.5	5.3	5.7	5.8	5.8
Wave energy (kJ)	22	20	18	18	9	10	7	7	7	7	6	5	4	2	5	4	5	5	5	5	6	5	6	8	8	9	9	9	9	10	10	10	10	10	10	10	9	8	8	8	6	6	6	6	6	3	4	4	22	47	39	47	38	48	49	42
Wind speed (km/h)	20.3	16.5	20.6	17.9	16.6	15	18.6	20.3	16.3	16.5	14.7	16.8	17.4	15.9	14	9.3	6.3	5.9	6.3	8	7.7	5.2	4.3	8.8	7.4	7.3	7.3	8.4	9	12.1	11.6	10	11.2	11.3	10	12.9	12.6	14.8	10.1	6.5	5.4	6	4.7	8.8	11.8	11.9	6.1	4	3.2	4	5.3	13.7	19.6	19.4	17.6	16.3
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Donut Island, Coromandel, North Island, New Zealand is a scenic surf and swim location off the Coromandel Peninsula, best known more for its striking coastal scenery than as a major high-performance surf break.

Overview

Location: Near Hahei / Whangamatā area in the Coromandel region of New Zealand’s North Island
Setting: Small offshore island with clear water, rocky coastline, and sheltered coves
Best known for: Beautiful boating, snorkeling, kayaking, and coastal exploration

Surfing conditions

Wave quality: Generally small to moderate and highly dependent on local swell direction
Consistency: Not considered a very consistent surf spot compared with nearby exposed beach breaks
Wave type: More of a scenic, occasionally playful surf area rather than a reliable point or reef break
Skill level: Can vary from beginner-friendly on mellow days to more technical if swell and rocks line up poorly

Spot characteristics

Seabed: Rocky in places, with some shallow areas to be cautious of
Exposure: Mixed shelter depending on exact approach and swell angle
Crowds: Usually light compared with famous surf beaches
Hazards: Rocks, changing conditions, boat traffic, and uneven swell behavior around the island

Best conditions

Small to mid-sized swells
Clean offshore or light wind
Calm weather for safer access and better water clarity

Notes

Donut Island is often more of a paddling, sightseeing, and swimming destination than a classic surf destination. If you’re specifically looking for surf in the Coromandel, nearby beach breaks and regional surf beaches may be more dependable depending on the swell.