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

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BEACH WEATHER MONTHLY AVERAGES

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21°
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22°
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21°
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20°
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19°
 
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17°
 
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16°
 
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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 21° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water.

Today will have 3.1mm of light rain. Expect sunny spells but some cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 66%.

The winds will be cross-off shore and moderate at 28kmh from the West-Southwest. The moderate winds will keep the temperatures feeling cooler.

Whangapoua Beach faces East and sunset will be over the land behind the beach at 07:32 PM. Unfortunately very heavy cloud cover of 100% 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 20° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible. The average water temperature will be 19° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water.

There will be 1 day of very light rain. Saturday will have 0.3mm of rain and Sunday will be dry. Expect sunshine and sunny skies with an average cloud cover of 40%.

WHANGAPOUA BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Wed 19th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19° 18° 18° 18° 18° 19° 17° 16°
79% 38% 12% 87% 73% 70% 100% 72%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 1.3mm 1.8mm
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
Thu 20th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17° 17° 17° 19° 19° 19° 20° 20°
18% 5% 38% 79% 61% 4% 7% 71%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
Fri 21st March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20° 20° 19° 19° 19° 20° 20° 20°
26% 47% 19% 29% 49% 21% 14% 85%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
Sat 22nd March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20° 20° 20° 20° 20° 20° 20° 20°
77% 88% 70% 86% 73% 33% 26% 24%
0.0mm 0.2mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
Sun 23rd March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20° 20° 20° 20° 20° 20° 21° 21°
28% 17% 13% 10% 14% 10% 18% 60%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
Mon 24th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20° 20° 19° 19° 20° 20° 21° 21°
24% 21% 16% 9% 9% 9% 14% 76%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
Tue 25th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20° 19° 19° 19° 19° 19° 19° 19°
62% 88% 100% 99% 83% 70% 84% 60%
0.1mm 0.4mm 0.2mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
Wed 19th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
28
kmh
27
kmh
28
kmh
19
kmh
15
kmh
22
kmh
27
kmh
18
kmh
1.1m
0.8m
1.0m
0.7m
0.5m
0.7m
0.9m
0.5m
5.3s 9.7s 9.0s 8.9s 8.9s 7.8s 9.1s 9.0s
Thu 20th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16
kmh
22
kmh
22
kmh
34
kmh
31
kmh
27
kmh
22
kmh
21
kmh
0.4m
0.6m
1.2m
1.2m
1.0m
0.9m
0.5m
0.5m
8.9s 8.9s 8.9s 8.9s 8.9s 8.9s 4.4s 7.3s
Fri 21st March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15
kmh
15
kmh
18
kmh
16
kmh
12
kmh
12
kmh
15
kmh
11
kmh
0.7m
0.6m
0.8m
0.7m
0.5m
0.6m
0.6m
0.7m
7.3s 8.5s 8.9s 9.0s 8.2s 8.2s 8.3s 8.3s
Sat 22nd March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
8
kmh
5
kmh
9
kmh
12
kmh
11
kmh
11
kmh
10
kmh
8
kmh
0.7m
0.8m
0.4m
0.5m
0.4m
0.8m
0.7m
0.7m
8.2s 8.3s 8.1s 8.0s 7.9s 7.9s 7.9s 8.0s
Sun 23rd March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
9
kmh
9
kmh
10
kmh
11
kmh
13
kmh
9
kmh
18
kmh
19
kmh
0.7m
0.6m
0.6m
0.5m
0.4m
0.5m
0.6m
0.6m
8.1s 8.1s 8.0s 7.9s 8.0s 9.3s 9.4s 9.5s
Mon 24th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17
kmh
15
kmh
14
kmh
12
kmh
9
kmh
6
kmh
5
kmh
10
kmh
0.5m
0.5m
0.6m
0.5m
0.5m
0.4m
0.4m
0.5m
9.5s 9.6s 9.3s 9.5s 9.5s 9.6s 9.6s 9.6s
Tue 25th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
6
kmh
31
kmh
48
kmh
46
kmh
36
kmh
35
kmh
29
kmh
30
kmh
0.6m
0.6m
1.0m
1.3m
1.6m
1.8m
1.8m
1.8m
9.5s 9.4s 9.3s 9.2s 13.2s 13.1s 13.1s 13.1s
Wed 19th March
5:06 AM 11:15 AM 5:27 PM 11:37 PM
0.63 2.08 0.56 2.06
Thu 20th March
5:46 AM 11:53 AM 6:07 PM
0.68 2.03 0.59
Fri 21st March
12:18 AM 6:28 AM 12:35 PM 6:49 PM
2.02 0.74 1.98 0.64
Sat 22nd March
1:03 AM 7:16 AM 1:21 PM 7:36 PM
1.98 0.79 1.93 0.68
Sun 23rd March
1:54 AM 8:09 AM 2:12 PM 8:28 PM
1.95 0.82 1.90 0.70
Mon 24th March
2:50 AM 9:06 AM 3:09 PM 9:26 PM
1.95 0.82 1.89 0.70
Tue 25th March
3:50 AM 10:06 AM 4:10 PM 10:27 PM
1.98 0.78 1.92 0.67
Wed 19th March
19°
3.1mm
15kmh WNW
66%
Thu 20th March
20°
0.0mm
31kmh ESE
35%
Fri 21st March
20°
0.0mm
10kmh SSE
36%
Sat 22nd March
20°
0.3mm
11kmh ENE
59%
Sun 23rd March
21°
0.0mm
12kmh NW
21%
Mon 24th March
21°
0.0mm
8kmh SW
22%
Tue 25th March
19°
0.7mm
37kmh E
80%
Wed 26th March
19°
0.0mm
31kmh E
64%
Thu 27th March
19°
0.7mm
39kmh E
81%
Fri 28th March
19°
3.0mm
39kmh E
91%
Sat 29th March
21°
2.4mm
36kmh E
91%
Sun 30th March
21°
3.8mm
4kmh N
64%
Mon 31st March
21°
0.1mm
8kmh N
71%
Tue 1st April
22°
13.3mm
33kmh N
93%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 20° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 20° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water. There will be 9 days of light rain with an average of 3.0mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 62%.

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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