Beach Weather in Whangapoua Beach, Great Barrier Island, New Zealand

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22°
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20°
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19°
 
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Beach Weather Today in Whangapoua Beach

Today the maximum temperature will be 20° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible. Today the water temperature will be 22° which is warm and pleasant for relaxing and swimming for long periods.

Today will have 0.1mm of very light rain. Expect some sunshine and occasionally cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 58%.

The winds will be on shore and moderate at 28kmh from the East. The moderate winds will keep the temperatures feeling cooler. The moderate onshore winds may make conditions a little more choppy for swimming.

Whangapoua Beach faces East and sunset will be over the land behind the beach at 08:15 PM. The skies should be fairly clear at that time, ideal for a sunset.

For Beach Weather for the next next 7 days, wind and wave conditions and tide and the next 14 days weather use the tabs below.

Beach Weather This Weekend in Whangapoua Beach

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 20° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible. The average water temperature will be 21° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water.

There will be 2 days of moderate rain with an average of 7.0mm rain on those days. Saturday will have 0.8mm of rain and Sunday will have 13.1mm of rain. Expect overcast skies and very little possibility of sunshine with an average cloud cover of 83%.

WHANGAPOUA BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Fri 14th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20° 20° 20° 20° 20° 20° 20° 20°
38% 41% 30% 84% 69% 93% 47% 64%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
Sat 15th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20° 19° 20° 20° 20° 20° 20° 20°
69% 90% 71% 78% 77% 83% 74% 56%
0.1mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.2mm 0.2mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
Sun 16th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20° 20° 20° 19° 19° 19° 20° 20°
80% 67% 85% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100%
0.3mm 0.1mm 0.4mm 1.2mm 3.3mm 4.5mm 2.7mm 0.6mm
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
22°
Mon 17th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20° 20° 21° 21° 22° 22° 22° 22°
100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100%
0.1mm 0.4mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 1.6mm 0.6mm
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
Tue 18th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22° 22° 22° 22° 22° 22° 21° 22°
100% 100% 71% 43% 73% 100% 54% 74%
0.2mm 0.4mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.5mm 0.1mm 0.0mm
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
Wed 19th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21° 21° 20° 21° 21° 21° 22° 21°
77% 5% 2% 0% 11% 20% 74% 71%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
Thu 20th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21° 21° 20° 20° 21° 21° 22° 20°
76% 79% 14% 12% 19% 15% 59% 74%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
Fri 14th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15
kmh
12
kmh
9
kmh
13
kmh
17
kmh
25
kmh
27
kmh
28
kmh
0.7m
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.7m
0.7m
0.8m
0.9m
7.6s 7.6s 7.6s 7.7s 7.9s 13.0s 12.9s 12.6s
Sat 15th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
33
kmh
33
kmh
36
kmh
39
kmh
39
kmh
40
kmh
41
kmh
42
kmh
1.1m
1.1m
1.2m
1.4m
1.3m
1.4m
1.5m
1.5m
12.3s 12.3s 12.3s 12.3s 12.3s 17.8s 17.7s 17.5s
Sun 16th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
43
kmh
46
kmh
50
kmh
52
kmh
55
kmh
58
kmh
55
kmh
55
kmh
1.5m
1.6m
1.8m
1.8m
1.9m
2.1m
2.3m
2.4m
16.6s 16.3s 16.2s 16.1s 16.1s 16.1s 16.1s 13.7s
Mon 17th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
55
kmh
56
kmh
55
kmh
49
kmh
52
kmh
51
kmh
51
kmh
50
kmh
2.1m
1.8m
1.9m
2.0m
2.0m
1.7m
1.5m
1.8m
12.8s 12.0s 12.1s 17.3s 16.9s 16.3s 16.1s 16.1s
Tue 18th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
50
kmh
34
kmh
27
kmh
22
kmh
25
kmh
27
kmh
32
kmh
25
kmh
1.8m
1.1m
0.6m
0.7m
0.7m
0.8m
1.0m
0.7m
9.3s 9.6s 9.3s 9.1s 9.0s 8.9s 8.7s 8.5s
Wed 19th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22
kmh
15
kmh
21
kmh
17
kmh
14
kmh
14
kmh
14
kmh
9
kmh
0.9m
0.8m
0.7m
0.5m
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
8.3s 8.2s 8.1s 8.0s 8.0s 7.7s 7.5s 7.5s
Thu 20th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
5
kmh
12
kmh
12
kmh
12
kmh
13
kmh
9
kmh
13
kmh
30
kmh
0.4m
0.5m
0.4m
0.3m
0.3m
0.3m
0.6m
0.7m
7.4s 7.4s 7.3s 7.1s 7.3s 7.2s 7.5s 7.1s
Fri 14th February
2:59 AM 9:15 AM 3:28 PM 9:34 PM
0.48 2.20 0.51 2.08
Sat 15th February
3:41 AM 9:55 AM 4:08 PM 10:14 PM
0.49 2.19 0.50 2.09
Sun 16th February
4:20 AM 10:33 AM 4:47 PM 10:52 PM
0.51 2.17 0.50 2.08
Mon 17th February
4:58 AM 11:11 AM 5:25 PM 11:30 PM
0.55 2.13 0.52 2.05
Tue 18th February
5:36 AM 11:48 AM 6:03 PM
0.60 2.09 0.55
Wed 19th February
12:09 AM 6:16 AM 12:28 PM 6:42 PM
2.01 0.66 2.03 0.59
Thu 20th February
12:51 AM 7:00 AM 1:09 PM 7:25 PM
1.97 0.73 1.97 0.64
Fri 14th February
20°
0.1mm
16kmh E
58%
Sat 15th February
20°
0.8mm
39kmh E
74%
Sun 16th February
20°
13.1mm
55kmh E
91%
Mon 17th February
22°
3.0mm
52kmh ENE
100%
Tue 18th February
22°
1.2mm
26kmh N
76%
Wed 19th February
22°
0.0mm
15kmh NNW
32%
Thu 20th February
22°
0.0mm
13kmh SSW
43%
Fri 21st February
21°
0.0mm
28kmh SW
39%
Sat 22nd February
19°
0.1mm
37kmh SW
41%
Sun 23rd February
20°
0.0mm
21kmh SSW
13%
Mon 24th February
19°
0.0mm
18kmh S
34%
Tue 25th February
20°
0.2mm
3kmh WSW
27%
Wed 26th February
21°
0.0mm
23kmh SW
44%
Thu 27th February
21°
0.2mm
14kmh SSW
41%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 21° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 21° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water. There will be 8 days of light rain with an average of 2.3mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 51%.

If you are sailing, windsurfing, fishing, surfing etc. in Whangapoua Beach don't forget to check the tide and wind and wave conditions

Taking a Holiday at Whangapoua Beach, Great Barrier Island, Auckland Region, North Island, New Zealand

Experience a serene and picturesque holiday at Whangapoua Beach, situated on Great Barrier Island in the Auckland Region of New Zealand's North Island. This beautiful destination offers an idyllic escape from the hustle and bustle of city life, allowing you to unwind and reconnect with nature.

Beach Type

Whangapoua Beach is known for its stunning white sand that feels powdery soft beneath your feet. The clear blue waters gently lap the shore, creating a tranquil atmosphere perfect for relaxation. The beach also features rocky areas and a nearby reef, making it an ideal spot for snorkeling and diving enthusiasts who are eager to explore the diverse marine life that calls this area home.

Beach Activities

Whangapoua Beach's crystal clear waters and abundant marine life make it a popular destination for snorkeling and diving. The rocky areas and nearby reef provide excellent opportunities to observe colorful fish species, coral formations, and other underwater wonders.

In addition to water sports, visitors can enjoy beachcombing along the pristine shoreline, which often yields interesting seashells and other treasures. The beach is also perfect for sunbathing or enjoying a leisurely picnic with friends or family.

If you are interested in exploring beyond the beach itself, there are several walking tracks in the area that take you through lush native forest or to nearby Harataonga Bay.

Accommodations

While there aren't any large resorts or hotels directly on Whangapoua Beach, Great Barrier Island has a range of accommodations available. Options include lodges like Medlands Beach Backpackers Lodge, self-contained units such as Mount St Paul Estate, or holiday homes like Harataonga Bay House.

Areas to Stay In

The areas around Medlands Beach and Tryphena are popular choices for visitors looking for accommodations near Whangapoua Beach. These locations offer easy access to both Whangapoua and other stunning beaches on the island, as well as a range of eateries and local shops. Staying in these areas allows you to fully immerse yourself in the laid-back island lifestyle and enjoy all that Great Barrier Island has to offer.

Beach Amenities

While Whangapoua Beach is relatively undeveloped, there are still several amenities available for visitors to enjoy:

  • Public restrooms
  • Picnic tables
  • Walking tracks
  • Limited parking

Keep in mind that as a remote destination, it's essential to be prepared by bringing your own food, drinks, and beach gear. The pristine beauty of Whangapoua Beach makes it an unforgettable holiday destination that will leave you feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.

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