Surf spot

Long Bay

Forecast conditions and map view for Long Bay in New Zealand, New Zealand NI, NE Coast. Open the interactive surf map to inspect wind, waves, and nearby spots.

Country: New Zealand, New Zealand NI, NE Coast
Coordinates: -36.6883, 174.7528

Metric
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Wave height (m)	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0.1	0	0	0	0	0.1	0.1	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0.1	0.1	0.1	0.2	0.3	0.3	0.2	0.2	0.1	0.1	0.1	0.1	0.1	0.1	0.1
Wave direction	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	SE	S	S	S	S	WNW	S	S	W	W	W	W	SSE	S	S	W	SSE	SSE	S	S	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NE	NNW	N	NNE	NNE	NNE	NNE	NNE	NNE	NNE	NNE	NNE	NNE	NNE	NNE	NNE	NNE	NNE
Wave period (s)	6.9	7.2	6.6	6.1	6.3	2.5	2.8	2.4	2.5	2.6	2.5	4.7	4.7	3.9	2.7	3.8	2.3	2.1	1.9	2.1	2.6	2.9	2.3	1.9	1.6	7.6	8.3	8.2	8.2	8.2	8.3	4.3	7.4	8	7.9	7.8	7.7	7.8	7.8	5.3	2.4	2.7	3.2	4	4.5	4.5	4.6	4.8	4.7	5	5	5.2	5.3	5.4	5.5	5.5
Wave energy (kJ)	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	1	4	3	2	1	1	1	1	1	1	1	0
Wind speed (km/h)	17.1	20.5	19.9	21.8	19.8	17.3	15.3	13.8	13.3	14.4	15	16.9	19.6	17.6	12.2	10.3	6.7	6	5.6	10.7	15.3	15.5	11.7	6.3	6.1	5.3	5.4	7.7	11.5	13.2	9.9	7.1	5.7	7	5.5	6.5	9	11.5	7.6	5.1	3.6	3.2	2.5	6.9	11.1	12.1	6.5	4.8	5.9	6.6	17.3	20.3	20.1	21.9	14.5	10.8
Wind direction	WSWOffshore	SWOffshore	SWOffshore	SWCross-off	SSWCross-off	SWOffshore	SWOffshore	SWOffshore	WSWOffshore	WSWOffshore	SWOffshore	SWOffshore	SWOffshore	SWOffshore	SWOffshore	SWOffshore	SWOffshore	WSWOffshore	WSWOffshore	SWOffshore	SWCross-off	SSWCross-off	SWCross-off	WSWOffshore	WSWOffshore	WSWOffshore	SWOffshore	SWOffshore	SSWCross-off	SWOffshore	SWOffshore	SWOffshore	WSWOffshore	WSWOffshore	WOffshore	WOffshore	WOffshore	WSWOffshore	WSWOffshore	WCross-off	WGlassy	WGlassy	NWGlassy	NNECross-on	NECross-on	NNECross-on	NCross-on	WNWGlassy	WCross-off	WSWOffshore	SSWCross-off	SSWCross-off	SSWCross-off	SSWCross-off	SSWCross-off	SSWCross-off

Long Bay, New Zealand (North Island, Northeast Coast) is a scenic, exposed beach break on Auckland’s North Shore, best known for its long sandy shoreline, easy access, and typically mellow to moderate surf. It’s a popular spot for beginners and intermediate surfers, especially when smaller clean swells roll in.

Surf characteristics

Type: Beach break
Wave quality: Fun and playful when conditions line up; can get inconsistent
Best for: Beginners to intermediate surfers, bodyboarders, and longboarders
Swell exposure: Receives northeast-facing swell, with best surf often on N/NE or E swell
Wind: Offshore is typically from the southwest or west; northeasterlies can make it messy
Tide: Can work across different tides, though sandbanks and tidal stage affect shape

Conditions and vibe

Usually more of a casual, local beach session than a heavy performance wave
Can be crowded on good days because of its accessibility and popularity
Best after storms or seasonal swells when the sandbanks are holding shape
Water is generally cooler than tropical spots, so a wetsuit is often needed depending on the season

Access and setting

Easy beach access with parking and nearby amenities
Set in a beautiful coastal reserve, so the overall experience is as much about the beach and scenery as the surf

Summary

Long Bay is a user-friendly North Auckland surf beach that works best with the right swell and wind combo. It’s a good choice if you want a relaxed session in a beautiful setting, rather than a powerful or highly consistent wave.