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

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21°
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22°
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20°
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19°
 
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17°
 
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16°
 
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15°
 
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18°
 

Beach Weather Today in Whangapoua Beach

Today the maximum temperature will be 21° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 18° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water.

Today will have 1.9mm of very light rain. Expect only occasional sunny spells and lots of clouds with an average cloud cover of 75%.

The winds will be on shore and extremely strong at 60kmh from the North-Northeast. The strong winds will keep the temperatures feeling cooler. The very strong onshore winds may make conditions rough for swimming.

Whangapoua Beach faces East and sunset will be over the land behind the beach at 05:50 PM. Unfortunately there are chances that 70% cloud cover may make the sunset not viewable.

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 21° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 18° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water.

There will be 1 day of very light rain. Saturday will have 1.2mm of rain and Sunday will be dry. Expect lots of sunshine and clear skies with an average cloud cover of 38%.

WHANGAPOUA BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Fri 18th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20° 20° 20° 21° 21° 21° 21° 21°
100% 100% 88% 17% 77% 80% 70% 74%
0.1mm 0.6mm 1.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.0mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Sat 19th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21° 21° 21° 21° 21° 20° 20° 20°
24% 17% 88% 53% 26% 33% 88% 30%
0.0mm 0.0mm 1.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Sun 20th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20° 20° 20° 20° 20° 20° 20° 20°
16% 13% 29% 35% 23% 25% 38% 74%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Mon 21st April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20° 19° 19° 19° 20° 20° 20° 20°
78% 36% 87% 77% 84% 14% 87% 71%
0.4mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Tue 22nd April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19° 19° 19° 19° 19° 19° 19° 19°
89% 30% 71% 73% 32% 14% 29% 11%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.3mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Wed 23rd April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18° 18° 18° 18° 19° 19° 19° 18°
16% 18% 31% 18% 32% 34% 13% 20%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Thu 24th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17° 17° 15° 16° 16° 16° 17° 17°
100% 100% 100% 100% 100% 83% 78% 69%
0.3mm 0.0mm 0.3mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
Fri 18th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
60
kmh
52
kmh
39
kmh
33
kmh
33
kmh
33
kmh
36
kmh
38
kmh
1.8m
1.4m
1.3m
1.1m
1.0m
1.1m
1.2m
1.5m
11.3s 9.8s 10.6s 9.8s 10.3s 10.7s 10.6s 9.8s
Sat 19th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
40
kmh
40
kmh
42
kmh
41
kmh
37
kmh
28
kmh
32
kmh
25
kmh
1.4m
1.5m
1.5m
1.6m
1.4m
1.3m
1.1m
1.2m
9.7s 9.5s 9.1s 9.1s 8.8s 8.7s 8.7s 8.7s
Sun 20th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
29
kmh
26
kmh
26
kmh
25
kmh
21
kmh
19
kmh
19
kmh
22
kmh
1.1m
0.8m
0.8m
0.6m
0.7m
0.8m
0.9m
0.9m
8.7s 9.0s 9.0s 9.0s 9.1s 9.2s 9.2s 9.2s
Mon 21st April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22
kmh
17
kmh
14
kmh
11
kmh
10
kmh
9
kmh
9
kmh
9
kmh
0.9m
1.0m
0.8m
0.8m
0.7m
0.2m
0.3m
0.1m
9.3s 9.3s 9.4s 9.2s 9.1s 9.0s 9.0s 8.8s
Tue 22nd April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
5
kmh
4
kmh
7
kmh
7
kmh
8
kmh
10
kmh
12
kmh
22
kmh
0.3m
0.1m
0.2m
0.2m
0.1m
0.3m
0.3m
0.5m
8.9s 8.8s 9.1s 9.5s 9.9s 12.6s 12.8s 13.0s
Wed 23rd April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22
kmh
21
kmh
16
kmh
9
kmh
5
kmh
4
kmh
14
kmh
47
kmh
0.6m
0.7m
0.6m
0.4m
0.4m
0.3m
0.8m
1.9m
12.9s 12.2s 12.0s 11.8s 11.4s 11.1s 11.1s 10.9s
Thu 24th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
43
kmh
45
kmh
41
kmh
37
kmh
36
kmh
27
kmh
21
kmh
19
kmh
1.8m
1.6m
1.6m
1.3m
1.2m
0.9m
1.0m
1.3m
10.9s 11.0s 11.0s 10.8s 10.7s 10.5s 10.2s 10.2s
Fri 18th April
4:20 AM 10:25 AM 4:36 PM 10:51 PM
0.72 2.04 0.61 2.09
Sat 19th April
5:04 AM 11:08 AM 5:19 PM 11:36 PM
0.75 2.00 0.64 2.07
Sun 20th April
5:52 AM 11:55 AM 6:06 PM
0.78 1.97 0.67
Mon 21st April
12:26 AM 6:44 AM 12:47 PM 6:59 PM
2.05 0.78 1.96 0.70
Tue 22nd April
1:20 AM 7:39 AM 1:43 PM 7:56 PM
2.05 0.77 1.96 0.69
Wed 23rd April
2:17 AM 8:36 AM 2:43 PM 8:56 PM
2.08 0.72 2.00 0.66
Thu 24th April
3:14 AM 9:32 AM 3:43 PM 9:55 PM
2.14 0.64 2.08 0.60
Fri 18th April
21°
1.9mm
33kmh NE
75%
Sat 19th April
21°
1.2mm
37kmh N
44%
Sun 20th April
20°
0.0mm
22kmh N
31%
Mon 21st April
20°
0.7mm
10kmh NNE
66%
Tue 22nd April
19°
0.4mm
9kmh SW
43%
Wed 23rd April
19°
0.0mm
6kmh NNW
22%
Thu 24th April
17°
0.7mm
36kmh ESE
91%
Fri 25th April
17°
0.4mm
35kmh ESE
58%
Sat 26th April
18°
0.8mm
34kmh E
73%
Sun 27th April
18°
0.4mm
32kmh E
62%
Mon 28th April
19°
1.8mm
38kmh ENE
67%
Tue 29th April
19°
1.6mm
24kmh NNE
75%
Wed 30th April
19°
0.3mm
17kmh NNW
65%
Thu 1st May
19°
0.2mm
14kmh NNE
50%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 19° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible on some days. The average water temperature will be 18° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water. There will be 12 days of very light rain with an average of 0.9mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 59%.

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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