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Beach Weather Today in Waikawau Bay

Today the maximum temperature will be 15° which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 17° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water.

Today will have 0.2mm of very light rain. Expect lots of sunshine and clear skies with an average cloud cover of 36%.

The winds will be cross-off shore and moderate at 27kmh from the South West. The moderate winds will make the temperatures feel colder.

Waikawau Bay faces Northeast and sunset will be over the land behind the beach at 05:09 PM. The skies should be very clear at that time, ideal for a sunset.

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 Waikawau Bay

Today - Sunday the maximum daily temperatures will be 15° which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 17° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water.

Today, Sunday will have 0.2mm of very light rain. Expect lots of sunshine and clear skies with an average cloud cover of 36%.

WAIKAWAU BAY - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Sun 7th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 13° 12° 13° 14° 15° 10°
77% 70% 8% 71% 68% 0% 0% 0%
0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
Mon 8th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 11° 13° 15° 15° 14° 13°
6% 11% 23% 83% 72% 62% 25% 60%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
Tue 9th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 14° 14° 13° 15° 14° 12° 11°
65% 93% 17% 3% 25% 73% 87% 3%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
Wed 10th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 12° 14° 14° 10° 10°
2% 4% 3% 2% 0% 0% 0% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
Thu 11th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12° 14° 15° 11° 10°
4% 7% 17% 21% 38% 44% 66% 45%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
Fri 12th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 10° 12° 13° 14° 12° 12°
58% 17% 6% 45% 77% 88% 87% 83%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
Sat 13th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 10° 11° 14° 13°
9% 9% 4% 0% 4% 0% 0% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
17°
Sun 7th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
25
kmh
26
kmh
27
kmh
23
kmh
21
kmh
18
kmh
12
kmh
11
kmh
0.9m
0.9m
0.9m
0.8m
1.0m
0.9m
0.7m
0.7m
7.5s 7.4s 7.3s 7.2s 7.1s 7.0s 6.9s 6.8s
Mon 8th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13
kmh
16
kmh
17
kmh
16
kmh
24
kmh
28
kmh
29
kmh
31
kmh
0.7m
0.8m
0.8m
0.8m
1.3m
1.2m
1.6m
1.3m
6.8s 6.8s 6.8s 6.8s 6.7s 7.9s 8.2s 7.4s
Tue 9th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
35
kmh
33
kmh
28
kmh
14
kmh
16
kmh
14
kmh
11
kmh
7
kmh
1.3m
1.3m
1.2m
1.1m
0.6m
0.4m
0.1m
0.1m
7.2s 7.1s 7.0s 8.8s 8.5s 4.3s 3.8s 8.0s
Wed 10th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
3
kmh
4
kmh
7
kmh
10
kmh
14
kmh
13
kmh
14
kmh
14
kmh
0.4m
0.5m
0.4m
0.2m
0.2m
0.2m
0.2m
0.2m
8.5s 7.6s 6.5s 6.0s 5.6s 5.5s 7.2s 7.2s
Thu 11th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13
kmh
13
kmh
13
kmh
11
kmh
11
kmh
13
kmh
12
kmh
10
kmh
0.2m
0.2m
0.2m
0.2m
0.2m
0.2m
0.2m
0.3m
7.3s 7.3s 7.7s 7.7s 7.7s 7.5s 7.4s 9.5s
Fri 12th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
9
kmh
9
kmh
8
kmh
4
kmh
3
kmh
8
kmh
12
kmh
14
kmh
0.3m
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.5m
9.4s 9.1s 8.9s 8.7s 8.3s 6.7s 6.7s 6.4s
Sat 13th June
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13
kmh
13
kmh
11
kmh
8
kmh
9
kmh
10
kmh
5
kmh
3
kmh
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
0.2m
0.2m
0.3m
0.5m
0.6m
6.4s 6.4s 3.1s 6.6s 6.7s 6.7s 6.0s 13.0s
Sun 7th June
5:45 AM 12:11 PM 6:15 PM
0.60 2.30 0.69
Mon 8th June
12:27 AM 6:29 AM 12:58 PM 7:00 PM
2.18 0.63 2.27 0.69
Tue 9th June
1:19 AM 7:15 AM 1:49 PM 7:47 PM
2.18 0.64 2.28 0.66
Wed 10th June
2:15 AM 8:05 AM 2:41 PM 8:39 PM
2.21 0.64 2.32 0.61
Thu 11th June
3:11 AM 9:00 AM 3:35 PM 9:35 PM
2.30 0.61 2.40 0.53
Fri 12th June
4:06 AM 10:01 AM 4:28 PM 10:34 PM
2.42 0.55 2.51 0.42
Sat 13th June
5:01 AM 11:02 AM 5:23 PM 11:32 PM
2.56 0.46 2.63 0.29
Sun 7th June
15°
0.2mm
17kmh SSW
36%
Mon 8th June
15°
0.2mm
19kmh WSW
42%
Tue 9th June
15°
0.0mm
6kmh SE
45%
Wed 10th June
14°
0.0mm
8kmh SW
1%
Thu 11th June
15°
0.0mm
9kmh SW
30%
Fri 12th June
14°
0.1mm
2kmh WSW
57%
Sat 13th June
14°
0.0mm
6kmh WSW
3%
Sun 14th June
14°
0.0mm
9kmh NE
46%
Mon 15th June
16°
0.1mm
14kmh ENE
65%
Tue 16th June
15°
6.0mm
23kmh ESE
81%
Wed 17th June
16°
12.9mm
29kmh E
100%
Thu 18th June
17°
1.3mm
18kmh E
91%
Fri 19th June
17°
0.0mm
8kmh SW
66%
Sat 20th June
15°
0.9mm
18kmh SE
60%

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 17° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water. There will be 8 days of light rain with an average of 2.7mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 52%.

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

Taking a Holiday at Waikawau Bay, Coromandel Peninsula, Waikato Region, North Island, New Zealand

A holiday at the picturesque Waikawau Bay in the Coromandel Peninsula, Waikato Region, North Island, New Zealand is a fantastic way to escape the hustle and bustle of daily life. This stunning destination offers beautiful sandy beaches, clear blue waters, and a variety of fun activities for everyone to enjoy.

Beach Type

Waikawau Bay is known for its beautiful white sandy beach that stretches for over 1.5 kilometers. The sand is soft and powdery underfoot, making it perfect for sunbathing or digging your toes into while you relax by the water's edge. There are also some rocky areas along the shoreline, which are great for snorkeling and diving as they attract a variety of marine life.

Beach Activities

Some popular activities at Waikawau Bay include:

  • Swimming: The clear blue waters are perfect for taking a refreshing dip on a hot day.
  • Snorkeling and diving: The rocky areas along the shoreline provide an interesting underwater landscape to explore and are home to diverse marine life.
  • Fishing: The surrounding waters offer excellent fishing opportunities either from the beach or by boat.
  • Surfing: While Waikawau Bay is not known as a premier surfing destination, there can be decent waves at times for those looking to catch a ride.
  • Hiking: There are several walking tracks in the area with breathtaking views of the coastline and surrounding native forest.
  • Birdwatching: Waikawau Bay is home to many native bird species such as tui, bellbirds, and kereru (wood pigeons), making it an excellent spot for bird enthusiasts.

Accommodations

While there are no beach resorts or hotels directly on Waikawau Bay beach itself, there are various accommodation options available nearby including holiday homes, lodges, motels, and bed & breakfasts.

Areas to Stay In

Some recommended areas to stay near Waikawau Bay are:

  • Colville: A small village located about a 30-minute drive from Waikawau Bay, offering a range of accommodations and basic amenities.
  • Coromandel Town: Approximately an hour's drive from Waikawau Bay, this charming town offers a variety of accommodations, restaurants, and shops, as well as access to other attractions on the Coromandel Peninsula.
  • Thames: A larger town situated around an hour and a half drive from Waikawau Bay. Thames has numerous accommodation options and amenities, and serves as a convenient base for exploring the wider region.

Beach Amenities

Waikawau Bay offers several amenities for visitors to enjoy during their stay:

  • Public toilets
  • Outdoor showers
  • Picnic tables
  • Barbecue facilities
  • Boat ramp
  • Ample parking

With its beautiful beach, abundant activities, and nearby accommodation options, Waikawau Bay is an ideal destination for a memorable beach holiday in New Zealand.

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