Which beach should I pick?
In September, Back Beach averages 13.0°C and Mount Beach Taranaki averages 14.0°C. The two beaches are 1 km apart on the Tasman Sea.
For families, Mount Beach Taranaki is the safer pick — shallow, calm and accessible.
Back Beach vs Mount Beach Taranaki
Side-by-side sea temperature, swim score and wave conditions. The two beaches sit roughly 1 km apart.
New Plymouth, New Zealand
Mount Beach Taranaki
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Monthly average 14.0°C
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