Which beach should I pick?
In September, Farewell Spit averages 13.0°C and Opunake Beach averages 13.0°C. The two beaches are 147 km apart on the Tasman Sea.
For families, Opunake Beach is the safer pick — shallow, calm and accessible.
Farewell Spit vs Opunake Beach
Side-by-side sea temperature, swim score and wave conditions. The two beaches sit roughly 147 km apart.