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

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BEACH WEATHER MONTHLY AVERAGES

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Best
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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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15°
 
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18°
 

Beach Weather Today in Whangapoua Beach

Today the maximum temperature will be 14° which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 14° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea.

Today will have 0.3mm of very light rain. Expect sunshine and sunny skies with an average cloud cover of 41%.

The winds will be side shore and moderate at 28kmh from the North-Northwest. The moderate winds will make the temperatures feel colder.

Whangapoua Beach faces East and sunset will be over the land behind the beach at 05:21 PM. Unfortunately there are chances that 59% 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 14° which is too cold for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 16° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water.

There will be no rainy days at all this weekend. Expect sunshine and sunny skies with an average cloud cover of 44%.

WHANGAPOUA BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Mon 13th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 14° 14° 14° 15° 15° 15° 15°
10% 10% 35% 58% 77% 49% 59% 36%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.2mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Tue 14th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 14° 15° 15° 15° 15° 16° 15°
53% 100% 87% 52% 76% 74% 89% 0%
0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 1.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Wed 15th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 14° 14° 14° 15° 15° 15° 16°
0% 0% 3% 4% 6% 7% 5% 74%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Thu 16th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16° 15° 15° 15° 15° 15° 15° 14°
100% 47% 88% 100% 100% 100% 60% 86%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.2mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Fri 17th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 13° 13° 13° 13° 13° 14° 14°
24% 74% 11% 0% 0% 11% 6% 87%
0.0mm 0.2mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Sat 18th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 14° 14° 14° 14° 15° 14° 13°
89% 15% 89% 23% 87% 41% 27% 100%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Sun 19th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12° 12° 11° 11° 11° 12° 13° 13°
100% 100% 0% 0% 0% 0% 15% 31%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
16°
Mon 13th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14
kmh
15
kmh
17
kmh
21
kmh
19
kmh
22
kmh
25
kmh
28
kmh
0.6m
0.7m
0.6m
0.6m
0.7m
0.9m
0.8m
0.7m
8.6s 8.6s 8.6s 8.3s 9.4s 9.1s 9.0s 8.9s
Tue 14th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
35
kmh
30
kmh
35
kmh
29
kmh
26
kmh
15
kmh
13
kmh
17
kmh
0.9m
0.6m
0.9m
1.0m
0.9m
1.0m
0.6m
1.0m
8.8s 8.6s 8.5s 8.5s 8.5s 8.5s 8.4s 5.6s
Wed 15th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12
kmh
12
kmh
11
kmh
11
kmh
11
kmh
9
kmh
11
kmh
14
kmh
0.8m
0.7m
0.6m
0.6m
0.5m
0.5m
0.4m
0.4m
5.8s 5.8s 5.6s 5.5s 5.2s 5.0s 4.7s 4.6s
Thu 16th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18
kmh
15
kmh
10
kmh
5
kmh
9
kmh
8
kmh
12
kmh
19
kmh
0.3m
0.4m
0.3m
0.3m
0.3m
0.3m
0.3m
0.5m
10.5s 10.5s 10.5s 10.5s 14.2s 14.3s 14.1s 13.8s
Fri 17th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
27
kmh
27
kmh
33
kmh
27
kmh
15
kmh
13
kmh
18
kmh
19
kmh
0.6m
0.7m
0.7m
0.8m
0.8m
0.8m
0.8m
0.9m
17.8s 17.3s 16.7s 16.4s 16.1s 15.8s 15.7s 15.4s
Sat 18th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22
kmh
22
kmh
28
kmh
33
kmh
31
kmh
34
kmh
47
kmh
48
kmh
0.8m
0.9m
0.9m
0.9m
0.8m
0.6m
0.6m
0.7m
15.3s 15.0s 14.7s 14.7s 14.7s 14.5s 14.3s 14.2s
Sun 19th July
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
38
kmh
29
kmh
22
kmh
19
kmh
22
kmh
30
kmh
31
kmh
28
kmh
0.9m
1.5m
1.6m
1.5m
1.3m
1.1m
1.2m
1.5m
14.0s 8.3s 8.4s 8.3s 13.4s 8.2s 8.8s 9.0s
Mon 13th July
5:18 AM 11:33 AM 5:54 PM
1.92 0.21 2.05
Tue 14th July
12:09 AM 6:16 AM 12:29 PM 6:49 PM
0.28 1.97 0.16 2.11
Wed 15th July
1:04 AM 7:11 AM 1:23 PM 7:41 PM
0.22 2.01 0.12 2.14
Thu 16th July
1:56 AM 8:03 AM 2:14 PM 8:31 PM
0.16 2.03 0.10 2.16
Fri 17th July
2:46 AM 8:54 AM 3:04 PM 9:19 PM
0.12 2.04 0.09 2.14
Sat 18th July
3:35 AM 9:44 AM 3:53 PM 10:07 PM
0.11 2.02 0.12 2.09
Sun 19th July
4:23 AM 10:33 AM 4:41 PM 10:54 PM
0.13 1.98 0.18 2.01
Mon 13th July
15°
0.3mm
20kmh NNE
41%
Tue 14th July
16°
1.1mm
24kmh NW
66%
Wed 15th July
16°
0.0mm
12kmh NW
12%
Thu 16th July
16°
0.2mm
9kmh WSW
85%
Fri 17th July
14°
0.2mm
16kmh SW
26%
Sat 18th July
15°
0.0mm
32kmh SSW
58%
Sun 19th July
13°
0.0mm
22kmh SSW
30%
Mon 20th July
15°
0.4mm
41kmh SW
77%
Tue 21st July
14°
0.1mm
10kmh S
40%
Wed 22nd July
14°
0.1mm
32kmh WNW
50%
Thu 23rd July
13°
2.2mm
32kmh WSW
62%
Fri 24th July
14°
0.0mm
14kmh SW
44%
Sat 25th July
14°
0.7mm
36kmh W
36%
Sun 26th July
14°
0.2mm
14kmh WSW
19%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 15° which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 15° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea. There will be 10 days of very light rain with an average of 0.6mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 46%.

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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