Weather in Pouawa Beach, Gisborne Region, New Zealand in October

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Visiting Pouawa Beach, Gisborne Region, New Zealand in October

Sea temperatures are a cold 15°C (59°F). October is too cold for swimming in Pouawa Beach for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

October's weather is generally mild and sunny, making it a pleasant time for swimming and sunbathing. Water activities like snorkeling, diving, surfing, windsurfing, and kitesurfing are popular during this month, as the water conditions become more favorable. Also consider one of our other suggestions for October.

Can you swim in Pouawa Beach in October?

No, October is too cold for swimming in Pouawa Beach for any length of time, with the sea water at 15°C (59°F), unless you have a wetsuit.

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How sunny is Pouawa Beach in October?

The average day light hours per day in Pouawa Beach in October are 13.1. The sunshine percentage is 70% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.1hrs making the days long and bright.

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Crowds in Pouawa Beach in October

October experiences warmer weather as spring continues, and more people may start visiting Pouawa Beach. However, the beach remains relatively uncrowded compared to the peak summer months. The Labour Day public holiday in late October may bring a slight increase in visitors, but the overall crowd level is still manageable.

Sunshine in Pouawa Beach in October

The days in October are much longer than the previous month and the days continue to get a bit longer into November. October has more hours of sunshine than the previous month and hours of sunshine continue to rise into November. During October the average day light hours are 13.1 per day in Pouawa Beach. The sunshine percentage is 70% making it sunny but overcast at times. The hours of sunshine per day are 9.1hrs making the days long and bright.

The ultraviolet index in Pouawa Beach in October is typically 8 during October. An ultraviolet index reading of 8 to 10 indicates a very high risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 15 minutes. Take extra precautions because unprotected skin and eyes will be damaged and can burn quickly. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Sea Temperature in Pouawa Beach in October

The average sea water temperature in Pouawa Beach in October is 15°C (59°F) which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea.

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