Surf spot

Homunga Bay

Forecast conditions and map view for Homunga Bay 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: -37.3622, 175.9375

Metric
Metric	12:00	15:00	18:00	21:00	00:00	03:00	06:00	09:00	12:00	15:00	18:00	21:00	00:00	03:00	06:00	09:00	12:00	15:00	18:00	21:00	00:00	03:00	06:00	09:00	12:00	15:00	18:00	21:00	00:00	03:00	06:00	09:00	12:00	15:00	18:00	21:00	00:00	03:00	06:00	09:00	12:00	15:00	18:00	21:00	00:00	03:00	06:00	09:00	12:00	15:00	18:00	21:00	00:00	03:00	06:00	09:00
Wave height (m)	0.4	0.4	0.3	0.3	0.3	0.2	0.2	0.2	0.2	0.2	0.2	0.2	0.2	0.2	0.2	0.2	0.2	0.2	0.2	0.2	0.2	0.2	0.3	0.3	0.3	0.3	0.3	0.3	0.3	0.3	0.3	0.3	0.3	0.3	0.3	0.3	0.3	0.3	0.3	0.3	0.3	0.2	0.2	0.3	0.2	0.6	0.8	1	0.8	0.6	0.6	0.6	0.5	0.4	0.5	0.4
Wave direction	NE	NE	NE	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	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	N	NE	NNE	N	N	NNE	NNE	N	N	N	N	NNE	NNE
Wave period (s)	7.8	7.8	7.3	7.5	7.5	7.3	8.8	8.8	8.8	8.7	8.7	8.7	12.4	12.5	12.3	11.1	12.3	12.4	12.3	12.2	11.8	11.9	11.2	11.2	11.6	11.3	11.2	11.1	10.8	10.8	10.8	10.8	10.7	10.5	10.2	10.1	9.9	10.2	10.2	10.1	9.9	9.8	9.8	3.1	9.2	4.5	4.7	4.8	5.3	5.5	5	5.6	5.8	5.8	6	6.1
Wave energy (kJ)	20	16	9	9	8	5	7	7	7	7	7	6	12	13	12	8	12	15	15	14	16	16	17	17	18	17	17	17	18	18	16	16	15	15	14	14	13	14	14	14	13	11	9	2	8	13	29	44	35	24	17	21	14	12	17	13
Wind speed (km/h)	17.3	18.8	20.8	18.2	16.6	16	17.2	20.8	15.1	16.2	14.9	15.5	17.8	15.3	13.2	13.9	11.4	9.7	6.7	8.4	8.7	8.4	5.7	8.7	7	6.8	6.6	6.3	2.6	4.8	6.7	8.8	7.2	7.1	6.3	5.8	11.2	10.5	7.5	9.2	6.5	6.2	5.6	2	8	6.8	5.1	5.4	6.2	8.8	14.9	15.8	13.8	11.5	1.8	6.4
Wind direction	WSWOffshore	WSWOffshore	SWCross-off	SWCross-off	SWCross-off	SWCross-off	WSWOffshore	WSWOffshore	WSWOffshore	WSWOffshore	WSWOffshore	WSWCross-off	SWCross-off	SWCross-off	WSWOffshore	WSWOffshore	WSWOffshore	WSWOffshore	WSWOffshore	WSWOffshore	WSWCross-off	SSWCross-off	SWCross-off	WSWOffshore	WSWOffshore	WSWOffshore	WSWOffshore	WSWCross-off	WSWGlassy	WNWGlassy	WSWOffshore	WSWOffshore	WSWOffshore	WSWOffshore	WSWOffshore	WOffshore	WOffshore	WSWOffshore	WSWOffshore	WOffshore	WOffshore	WOffshore	WSWOffshore	NWGlassy	NNECross-on	NNWCross-off	NWCross-off	WOffshore	WOffshore	WSWOffshore	SWCross-off	SWCross-off	SWCross-off	SWCross-off	SEGlassy	WNWOffshore

Homunga Bay is a remote, scenic surf spot on the Coromandel Peninsula in New Zealand’s North Island. It’s known for its natural beauty, quiet setting, and exposed beachbreak that can produce solid waves when the swell lines up.

Quick description

Location: Coromandel, North Island, New Zealand
Type of break: Beachbreak
Setting: Secluded bay with a rugged coastal feel
Best for: Surfers who like uncrowded, more adventurous sessions

What to expect

Homunga Bay is not a polished, easy-access beginner beach. It’s relatively isolated, and the surf can be powerful and changeable depending on swell direction, sand movement, and tides. Because it’s a beachbreak, the shape of the waves can vary from day to day.

Wave character

Can offer good peaks and punchy waves when swell is in the right direction
Conditions can be inconsistent, but rewarding when it’s working
Likely best with some swell and the right tide
Can be affected by wind, so clean offshore conditions are ideal

Access and vibe

More of an off-the-beaten-track destination
Expect a bit of effort to get there compared with more accessible surf beaches
Usually a low-crowd spot due to its remote location

Best suited for

Intermediate to advanced surfers
Surfers comfortable with a less predictable beachbreak
People looking for a scenic, quieter surf mission