Wind Days = % of days with 12–35 knot average wind speed (ideal kiting conditions). Based on 4 years of historical weather data.
29%
Avg Wind Days
year-round
9.9kts
Avg Wind
year-round
15°
Avg Temp
feels 13°
4yrs
Data History
analyzed
Spot Overview
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Beach BreakSpot Type
IntermediateSkill Level
NE45°Best Wind
Waves breaking on sandy bottom, varied conditions
About This Spot
Stent Road is a beach break on New Zealand's West Coast facing northwest toward the Tasman Sea. The spot features a dramatic interface between farmland and ocean with a dark sand/shingle beach providing the launch zone. Wave exposure is consistent with average 2.06m swells and strong wind-driven white water patterns visible in the satellite imagery. The coastline's northwest orientation makes northeast winds ideal for side-shore conditions, though prevailing westerly winds are common in this region. With only 29.4% wind reliability and average 9.9-knot winds, conditions can be marginal. The narrow beach access between cultivated fields and active surf requires precise launches and landings. Best suited for intermediate kiters comfortable with beach breaks, uneven landing surfaces, and variable conditions. Water type is rough with potential for strong currents. This spot works best during high wind events and requires careful assessment of tidal conditions to maximize usable beach width.
Hazards & Safety
Rocky/dark sand beach with uneven substrate
Strong wave action visible with consistent white water
Narrow launch/landing area between ocean and farmland
Tidal variations affecting beach width
Possible riptide or strong alongshore currents
Limited flat water zone for launching
Live Wind Forecast
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Water Conditions
Historical ocean data for wetsuit planning & water type
17°C
Avg Water Temp
2.1m
Avg Waves
🌊 Rough
Typical Conditions
🧥 4/3mm Fullsuit
Typical Wetsuit
Very rough conditions, advanced only
Wind Characteristics
SEDominant Direction
Very GustyChallenging conditions, advanced only
Best Time to Kite
Wind reliability by time of day (average across all months)
Morning
6am – 12pm
30%wind days
Best
Afternoon
12pm – 6pm
39%wind days
Evening
6pm – 9pm
32%wind days
Monthly Breakdown
Historical averages based on 4 years of data
Month
Wind Days
Avg Wind
Temp
Water
Best Time
Rain
Jan
19%
9kts
19°feels 18°
20°
PM
~8d
Feb
23%
9kts
19°feels 18°
20°
PM
~8d
Mar
18%
9kts
17°feels 16°
Monthly Water Conditions
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