Beach Weather in Pouawa Beach, Gisborne Region, New Zealand

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Beach Weather Today in Pouawa Beach

Today the maximum temperature will be 18° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible. Today the 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.

Today will have 1.1mm of very light rain. Expect only occasional sunny spells and lots of clouds with an average cloud cover of 70%.

The winds will be and strong at 33kmh from the North-Northeast. The strong winds will keep the temperatures feeling cooler.

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 Pouawa Beach

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 18° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible. The average water temperature will be 17° 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 be dry and Sunday will have 0.3mm of rain. Expect only occasional sunny spells and lots of clouds with an average cloud cover of 73%.

POUAWA BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Tue 7th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 15° 15° 17° 17° 18° 17° 17°
53% 50% 80% 78% 89% 66% 84% 63%
0.0mm 0.1mm 0.2mm 0.3mm 0.5mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
Wed 8th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17° 16° 16° 18° 19° 19° 17° 17°
69% 91% 60% 50% 74% 70% 61% 73%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.8mm 0.3mm 0.0mm 0.1mm
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
Thu 9th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17° 17° 16° 19° 21° 22° 18° 16°
70% 40% 80% 26% 72% 87% 8% 12%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
Fri 10th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 16° 16° 18° 18° 17° 16° 15°
13% 19% 20% 59% 80% 75% 100% 51%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
Sat 11th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 15° 15° 16° 18° 17° 15° 16°
93% 47% 80% 58% 23% 87% 54% 71%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
Sun 12th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16° 16° 16° 17° 19° 19° 17° 17°
74% 86% 87% 64% 87% 73% 93% 96%
0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
Mon 13th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17° 17° 17° 18° 18° 18° 18° 17°
86% 100% 95% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100%
0.0mm 0.1mm 0.2mm 0.1mm 0.2mm 0.2mm 0.3mm 0.0mm
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
Tue 7th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22
kmh
17
kmh
26
kmh
30
kmh
33
kmh
32
kmh
28
kmh
24
kmh
0.4m
0.7m
0.6m
0.6m
1.4m
1.1m
0.6m
0.6m
9.9s 7.1s 7.0s 7.6s 10.0s 12.3s 8.0s 8.0s
Wed 8th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
23
kmh
18
kmh
16
kmh
15
kmh
12
kmh
17
kmh
15
kmh
11
kmh
0.6m
0.5m
0.6m
0.4m
0.5m
0.3m
0.3m
0.4m
8.0s 8.3s 8.4s 10.8s 10.6s 10.5s 9.9s 9.8s
Thu 9th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11
kmh
9
kmh
12
kmh
10
kmh
10
kmh
15
kmh
16
kmh
15
kmh
0.3m
0.2m
0.3m
0.3m
0.3m
0.3m
0.2m
0.1m
9.9s 10.5s 10.5s 10.1s 10.1s 10.2s 10.1s 10.0s
Fri 10th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14
kmh
9
kmh
7
kmh
11
kmh
15
kmh
22
kmh
14
kmh
10
kmh
0.2m
0.1m
0.2m
0.1m
0.2m
0.1m
0.1m
0.1m
9.9s 9.9s 9.9s 9.9s 10.0s 10.0s 10.0s 9.9s
Sat 11th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18
kmh
18
kmh
16
kmh
14
kmh
14
kmh
18
kmh
8
kmh
6
kmh
0.1m
0.1m
0.1m
0.3m
0.5m
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
10.0s 10.1s 10.1s 10.2s 10.3s 11.6s 10.6s 12.9s
Sun 12th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
6
kmh
7
kmh
5
kmh
10
kmh
19
kmh
22
kmh
21
kmh
23
kmh
0.7m
0.6m
0.7m
0.8m
1.6m
2.0m
1.6m
2.0m
9.6s 8.8s 13.1s 12.6s 11.5s 12.0s 12.8s 13.0s
Mon 13th April
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21
kmh
17
kmh
20
kmh
12
kmh
13
kmh
18
kmh
16
kmh
18
kmh
1.6m
1.1m
0.4m
0.5m
0.4m
0.5m
0.5m
0.7m
13.6s 12.1s 11.2s 11.0s 10.8s 10.4s 9.9s 9.9s
Tue 7th April
3:31 AM 9:37 AM 3:46 PM 10:01 PM
0.75 1.86 0.71 1.92
Wed 8th April
4:13 AM 10:19 AM 4:28 PM 10:43 PM
0.78 1.84 0.73 1.90
Thu 9th April
4:57 AM 11:03 AM 5:11 PM 11:27 PM
0.80 1.81 0.75 1.88
Fri 10th April
5:42 AM 11:48 AM 5:56 PM
0.81 1.79 0.77
Sat 11th April
12:13 AM 6:28 AM 12:35 PM 6:44 PM
1.87 0.82 1.78 0.79
Sun 12th April
1:00 AM 7:16 AM 1:24 PM 7:32 PM
1.86 0.82 1.79 0.79
Mon 13th April
1:48 AM 8:04 AM 2:14 PM 8:22 PM
1.87 0.80 1.81 0.77
Tue 7th April
18°
1.1mm
23kmh NE
70%
Wed 8th April
19°
1.2mm
7kmh NNE
68%
Thu 9th April
22°
0.2mm
5kmh NNE
49%
Fri 10th April
18°
0.0mm
12kmh SSE
52%
Sat 11th April
18°
0.0mm
12kmh SSE
64%
Sun 12th April
19°
0.3mm
15kmh ENE
82%
Mon 13th April
18°
1.1mm
8kmh ENE
97%
Tue 14th April
17°
38.0mm
19kmh E
100%
Wed 15th April
15°
30.0mm
38kmh SSE
88%
Thu 16th April
16°
2.9mm
33kmh SSE
86%
Fri 17th April
16°
0.1mm
6kmh ESE
39%
Sat 18th April
18°
0.0mm
10kmh ENE
2%
Sun 19th April
18°
0.0mm
4kmh E
7%
Mon 20th April
16°
0.8mm
18kmh NE
75%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 18° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible on some days. The average water temperature will be 16° 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 moderate rain with an average of 7.6mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 63%.

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

Taking a Holiday at Pouawa Beach, Gisborne Region, North Island, New Zealand

Taking a holiday at Pouawa Beach in the Gisborne Region on the North Island of New Zealand is an ideal getaway for those seeking a serene and picturesque beach experience. This beautiful location offers a vast range of activities, comfortable accommodations, and stunning natural beauty that will make your stay unforgettable.

Beach Type

Pouawa Beach is known for its coarse yellow sand and rocky shores, providing a unique and peaceful atmosphere for beachgoers. The presence of rocks and nearby reef systems make this beach an excellent spot for snorkeling and diving, as these conditions attract a diverse array of marine life. Explore the underwater world and enjoy the colorful coral formations, various fish species, and other fascinating sea creatures that inhabit the area.

Beach Activities

Popular activities at Pouawa Beach include:

  • Swimming: The calm waters of Pouawa Beach make it ideal for swimming. Enjoy a refreshing dip in the ocean or simply float along the gentle currents.

  • Snorkeling: The rocky shores and reef systems provide excellent opportunities for snorkeling. Discover colorful marine life as you swim through crystal clear waters.

  • Fishing: The rocky coastline offers prime fishing spots for anglers, making it an attractive destination for those looking to cast their lines into the ocean.

  • Beachcombing: Stroll along the shoreline collecting seashells or simply enjoy a leisurely walk while taking in the breathtaking coastal views.

  • Birdwatching: Pouawa Beach attracts various bird species due to its unique environment. Bring your binoculars and enjoy observing these fascinating creatures in their natural habitat.

Accommodations

While there are no specific beach resorts or hotels situated directly on Pouawa Beach, plenty of accommodation options are available in nearby towns such as Gisborne or Te Karaka. Choose from hotels, motels, holiday parks, lodges, bed & breakfasts, or even holiday homes to find your perfect vacation rental.

Areas to Stay In

  • Gisborne: Only a 30-minute drive from Pouawa Beach, Gisborne is a bustling coastal city offering various accommodation options, restaurants, and activities. Staying in Gisborne provides easy access to both the beach and city amenities.

  • Te Karaka: Located approximately 45 minutes from Pouawa Beach, Te Karaka is a smaller town with various lodging choices. It's an excellent option for those seeking a quieter atmosphere while still being within driving distance of the beach.

Beach Amenities

Pouawa Beach offers the following amenities:

  • Public restrooms
  • Picnic tables
  • Grass areas for relaxation
  • Limited parking spaces

Keep in mind that there are no lifeguards on duty at Pouawa Beach, so exercise caution and swim at your own risk. Also, as it is a popular spot with locals and visitors alike, it is recommended to arrive early to secure parking during peak seasons.

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