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Covetrip / Beach / Mount Maunganui, New Zealand

Mount Maunganui Main Beach

4.5 / 5 · 1 204 reviews Oceania Updated June 2026

Mount Maunganui Main Beach is at Mount Maunganui, New Zealand in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand.

Famous surf beach beside Mauao at Mount Maunganui. Shore type: sand. Use the map and nearby stays on this page to plan access and overnight options.

CoveTrip lists verified coastal places with practical details for travellers comparing New Zealand beaches.

At a glance

Water temperature
15 °C
Sea state
Moderate
Waves
0.84 m
Shoreline
site.features.sand
Region
Bay of Plenty
Country
New Zealand

Frequently asked questions

Where is Mount Maunganui Main Beach?

Mount Maunganui, New Zealand

What type of shore is it?

sand

Which region is it in?

Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

Is it good for swimming?

Check local conditions and lifeguard advice; NZ beaches vary with surf and currents.

How do I find nearby hotels?

See the stays section on this page for properties within driving distance.

7-day forecast

20/09
15°
9°
Wind 35 km/h
UV index 6
21/09
16°
5°
Wind 29 km/h
UV index 6
22/09
19°
10°
Wind 29 km/h
UV index 4
23/09
14°
7°
Wind 22 km/h
UV index 6
24/09
14°
3°
Wind 17 km/h
UV index 6
25/09
16°
3°
Wind 16 km/h
UV index 6
26/09
17°
7°
Wind 20 km/h
UV index 1

Best season to swim

Real historical monthly sea temperature averages.

Jan
20.2°
Feb
21.1°
Mar
20.7°
Apr
19.6°
May
17.6°
Jun
16.4°
Jul
15°
Aug
14.3°
Sep
15°
Oct
15.4°
Nov
17.6°
Dec
18.9°

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