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Beach Weather Today in Kaikoura Beach

Today the maximum temperature will be 12° which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 13° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea.

Today will have 0.1mm of very light rain. Expect lots of sunshine and clear skies with an average cloud cover of 34%.

The winds will be and strong at 31kmh from the South West. The strong winds will make the temperatures feel colder.

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 Kaikoura Beach

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 12° which is too cold for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 12° which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit.

There will be 1 day of very light rain. Saturday will have 0.8mm of rain and Sunday will be dry. Expect sunny spells but some cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 62%.

KAIKOURA BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

05:48 AM 08:35 PM

01:48 AM

11:29 AM

Fri 22nd November

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM

9°	7°	8°	12°	14°	15°	13°	11°
78%	53%	24%	4%	4%	6%	11%	96%
0.1mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm
13°	13°	13°	13°	13°	13°	13°	13°

05:47 AM 08:36 PM

02:13 AM

12:35 PM

Sat 23rd November

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM

10°	9°	10°	11°	10°	10°	9°	9°
100%	100%	100%	100%	100%	100%	100%	95%
0.3mm	0.1mm	0.1mm	0.1mm	0.2mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm
13°	13°	13°	13°	13°	13°	13°	13°

05:47 AM 08:38 PM

02:34 AM

01:39 PM

Sun 24th November

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM

9°	10°	10°	14°	16°	17°	16°	14°
59%	32%	32%	0%	4%	8%	12%	50%
0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm
11°	11°	11°	11°	11°	11°	11°	11°

05:46 AM 08:39 PM

02:53 AM

02:40 PM

Mon 25th November

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM

14°	14°	15°	18°	20°	19°	19°	16°
23%	30%	23%	13%	21%	14%	10%	8%
0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm
11°	11°	11°	11°	11°	11°	11°	11°

05:46 AM 08:40 PM

03:11 AM

03:42 PM

Tue 26th November

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM

16°	15°	15°	18°	19°	19°	19°	16°
8%	7%	8%	7%	9%	6%	3%	33%
0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm
11°	11°	11°	11°	11°	11°	11°	11°

05:45 AM 08:41 PM

03:28 AM

04:42 PM

Wed 27th November

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM

16°	14°	13°	12°	13°	15°	14°	13°
44%	56%	79%	92%	53%	29%	38%	22%
0.0mm	0.0mm	0.1mm	0.1mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm
11°	11°	11°	11°	11°	11°	11°	11°

05:45 AM 08:42 PM

03:47 AM

05:45 PM

Thu 28th November

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM

14°	15°	16°	20°	21°	20°	17°	14°
17%	42%	20%	14%	24%	46%	47%	100%
0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm	0.0mm
11°	11°	11°	11°	11°	11°	11°	11°

05:48 AM 08:35 PM

01:48 AM

11:29 AM

Fri 22nd November

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM
31 kmh	21 kmh	10 kmh	7 kmh	22 kmh	29 kmh	14 kmh	12 kmh

1.3m	0.8m	0.5m	0.3m	1.3m	1.7m	0.7m	0.9m

9.2s	7.5s	7.3s	6.8s	6.9s	6.5s	7.2s	7.5s

05:47 AM 08:36 PM

02:13 AM

12:35 PM

Sat 23rd November

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM
12 kmh	4 kmh	8 kmh	8 kmh	12 kmh	8 kmh	9 kmh	4 kmh

0.6m	1.1m	0.1m	0.1m	0.4m	0.3m	0.1m	0.1m

9.3s	9.7s	12.1s	12.5s	12.9s	14.0s	15.5s	15.1s

05:47 AM 08:38 PM

02:34 AM

01:39 PM

Sun 24th November

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM
3 kmh	6 kmh	14 kmh	22 kmh	24 kmh	14 kmh	7 kmh	3 kmh

0.1m	0.1m	0.4m	0.9m	1.4m	1.1m	0.4m	0.3m

14.7s	14.6s	14.5s	14.2s	13.8s	13.6s	13.4s	13.0s

05:46 AM 08:39 PM

02:53 AM

02:40 PM

Mon 25th November

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM
8 kmh	5 kmh	4 kmh	8 kmh	6 kmh	5 kmh	5 kmh	3 kmh

0.3m	0.1m	0.1m	0.1m	1.0m	1.0m	0.9m	1.1m

12.3s	12.2s	12.0s	11.7s	11.3s	11.3s	11.1s	11.1s

05:46 AM 08:40 PM

03:11 AM

03:42 PM

Tue 26th November

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM
5 kmh	6 kmh	2 kmh	6 kmh	8 kmh	10 kmh	8 kmh	1 kmh

0.3m	0.6m	0.6m	0.5m	0.2m	0.8m	1.2m	1.0m

14.6s	14.5s	14.7s	14.9s	15.0s	16.5s	15.9s	15.5s

05:45 AM 08:41 PM

03:28 AM

04:42 PM

Wed 27th November

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM
17 kmh	37 kmh	32 kmh	14 kmh	7 kmh	21 kmh	27 kmh	31 kmh

0.3m	0.1m	0.5m	0.4m	0.2m	0.5m	0.5m	1.0m

14.8s	14.6s	14.6s	14.4s	14.1s	13.5s	13.1s	12.4s

05:45 AM 08:42 PM

03:47 AM

05:45 PM

Thu 28th November

12 AM	3 AM	6 AM	9 AM	12 PM	3 PM	6 PM	9 PM
19 kmh	8 kmh	4 kmh	6 kmh	11 kmh	5 kmh	19 kmh	19 kmh

0.9m	0.8m	1.1m	0.8m	0.8m	1.0m	1.0m	0.6m

11.2s	10.8s	10.2s	9.9s	9.7s	9.3s	9.3s	6.3s

05:48 AM 08:35 PM

01:48 AM

11:29 AM

Fri 22nd November

5:03 AM	11:13 AM	5:43 PM	11:41 PM

0.60	2.10	0.50	2.00

05:47 AM 08:36 PM

02:13 AM

12:35 PM

Sat 23rd November

5:54 AM	12:05 PM	6:29 PM

0.60	2.00	0.60

05:47 AM 08:38 PM

02:34 AM

01:39 PM

Sun 24th November

12:29 AM	6:44 AM	12:53 PM	7:13 PM

2.00	0.60	2.00	0.60

05:46 AM 08:39 PM

02:53 AM

02:40 PM

Mon 25th November

1:17 AM	7:32 AM	1:39 PM	7:54 PM

1.90	0.60	2.00	0.60

05:46 AM 08:40 PM

03:11 AM

03:42 PM

Tue 26th November

2:05 AM	8:19 AM	2:23 PM	8:35 PM

1.90	0.70	1.90	0.70

05:45 AM 08:41 PM

03:28 AM

04:42 PM

Wed 27th November

2:51 AM	9:06 AM	3:06 PM	9:15 PM

1.90	0.70	1.90	0.70

05:45 AM 08:42 PM

03:47 AM

05:45 PM

Thu 28th November

3:35 AM	9:53 AM	3:51 PM	9:58 PM

1.90	0.80	1.90	0.80

Fri 22nd November

15°
0.1mm
14kmh ENE
34%

Sat 23rd November

11°
0.8mm
9kmh SE
99%

Sun 24th November

17°
0.0mm
14kmh ENE
24%

Mon 25th November

20°
0.0mm
8kmh SSE
17%

Tue 26th November

19°
0.0mm
8kmh ESE
10%

Wed 27th November

15°
0.2mm
7kmh E
51%

Thu 28th November

21°
0.0mm
7kmh E
38%

Fri 29th November

12°
4.3mm
4kmh ESE
100%

Sat 30th November

17°
0.0mm
10kmh SSE
22%

Sun 1st December

20°
0.0mm
15kmh ENE
1%

Mon 2nd December

22°
0.0mm
7kmh ESE
9%

Tue 3rd December

20°
0.2mm
10kmh SE
40%

Wed 4th December

20°
0.4mm
8kmh ESE
63%

Thu 5th December

20°
0.6mm
9kmh SE
50%

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Next 14 day Beach Weather in Kaikoura Beach

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 12° which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit. There will be 7 days of very light rain with an average of 0.9mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 40%.

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

Taking a Holiday at Kaikoura Beach, Canterbury Region, South Island, New Zealand

Imagine taking a relaxing holiday at the picturesque Kaikoura Beach, located in the Canterbury Region of South Island, New Zealand. This beautiful coastal destination offers stunning views, an abundance of marine life, and a wide range of activities for beachgoers to enjoy.

Beach Type

Kaikoura Beach is characterized by coarse sand mixed with pebbles and rocks that create a unique and beautiful shoreline. The presence of rocks and nearby reefs make it an ideal location for snorkeling and diving enthusiasts, as these environments attract a diverse array of fish and marine life.

Beach Activities

Whale Watching: Kaikoura is world-renowned for its whale-watching opportunities. Visitors can embark on guided tours to observe these majestic creatures up close in their natural habitat.
Dolphin Swimming: Experience swimming with playful dolphins in their natural environment through guided tours that cater to all levels of swimmers.
Seal Encounters: Visit the nearby Ohau Point Seal Colony to observe fur seals basking on the rocks or frolicking in the water.
Snorkeling and Diving: Thanks to the rocky shoreline and nearby reefs, Kaikoura Beach offers excellent snorkeling and diving opportunities teeming with diverse marine life.
Surfing: While not as famous as other New Zealand surf spots, Kaikoura Beach still offers enjoyable waves for surfers of various skill levels.
Beach Walks: Enjoy leisurely strolls along the coastline that provide breathtaking views of both mountains and ocean.

Accommodations

There are several hotels and resorts near Kaikoura Beach that cater to different budgets:

Hapuku Lodge & Tree Houses: A luxury eco-lodge located 12 kilometers from Kaikoura Beach, offering guests unique accommodation options such as treehouses surrounded by native bush.
Manakau Lodge: A boutique rural retreat set amidst the stunning Kaikoura mountain ranges, providing a tranquil and luxurious experience.
The White Morph Heritage Collection: A beachfront hotel offering a variety of room types, from studios to deluxe spa suites, with stunning ocean and mountain views.

Areas to Stay In

Kaikoura Town Center: The town center is conveniently located near the beach and offers a range of accommodations, dining options, and shops. Staying in this area allows easy access to all local attractions.
South Bay: This quieter residential area offers a more relaxed atmosphere away from the hustle and bustle of the town center. South Bay is ideal for those seeking tranquility while still being close to the beach and nature.

Beach Amenities

Kaikoura Beach provides visitors with several amenities for a comfortable and enjoyable experience:

Public restrooms
Picnic areas
Barbecue facilities
Children's playground
On-site parking

Overall, Kaikoura Beach offers visitors an unforgettable holiday experience combining breathtaking scenery, diverse marine life encounters, and plenty of activities to suit all interests.