Which beach should I pick?
In September, Farewell Spit averages 13.0°C and Onetahuti Beach averages 13.0°C. The two beaches are 40 km apart on the Tasman Sea.
For families, Onetahuti Beach is the safer pick — shallow, calm and accessible.
Farewell Spit vs Onetahuti Beach
Side-by-side sea temperature, swim score and wave conditions. The two beaches sit roughly 40 km apart.