Beach Weather in Golden Sand Beach, Totaranui Bay, New Zealand

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Beach Weather Today in Golden Sand Beach

Today the maximum temperature will be 19° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible. Today the water temperature will be 20° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water.

Today will be dry with no rain showers. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 2%.

The winds will be cross-on shore and light at 15kmh from the South-Southeast. The light winds will keep the temperatures feeling cooler.

Golden Sand Beach faces East and sunset will be over the land behind the beach at 08:33 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 Golden Sand Beach

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 19° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible. The average water temperature will be 19° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water.

There will be no rainy days at all this weekend. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 19%.

GOLDEN SAND BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Fri 14th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19° 19° 18° 18° 18° 19° 19° 19°
5% 3% 5% 5% 0% 0% 0% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
Sat 15th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19° 19° 18° 18° 18° 19° 19° 19°
2% 6% 5% 1% 0% 24% 3% 11%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
Sun 16th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19° 19° 19° 19° 19° 19° 20° 20°
50% 50% 60% 34% 9% 20% 10% 32%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Mon 17th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19° 19° 18° 18° 19° 19° 20° 20°
21% 64% 100% 87% 83% 81% 100% 100%
0.0mm 0.1mm 0.8mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.4mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Tue 18th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19° 19° 20° 20° 19° 19° 19° 19°
100% 100% 100% 71% 73% 82% 79% 73%
2.5mm 14.2mm 3.0mm 0.2mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.4mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Wed 19th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19° 19° 19° 19° 19° 19° 19° 19°
81% 82% 69% 24% 35% 6% 0% 0%
0.4mm 1.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Thu 20th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
18° 18° 18° 17° 18° 18° 19° 19°
0% 72% 73% 83% 58% 0% 0% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
20°
Fri 14th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15
kmh
15
kmh
9
kmh
8
kmh
9
kmh
10
kmh
9
kmh
11
kmh
0.4m
0.3m
0.2m
0.2m
0.2m
0.2m
0.2m
0.2m
12.9s 13.0s 12.8s 12.4s 12.1s 11.8s 11.4s 11.0s
Sat 15th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
9
kmh
8
kmh
8
kmh
13
kmh
11
kmh
18
kmh
19
kmh
11
kmh
0.2m
0.3m
0.4m
0.4m
0.2m
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
10.4s 10.1s 10.1s 10.0s 4.1s 4.1s 4.6s 4.7s
Sun 16th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
6
kmh
5
kmh
6
kmh
4
kmh
8
kmh
11
kmh
3
kmh
7
kmh
0.5m
0.2m
0.1m
0.2m
0.3m
0.7m
0.7m
0.7m
5.0s 5.4s 5.5s 5.4s 6.0s 6.5s 6.6s 6.4s
Mon 17th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19
kmh
21
kmh
17
kmh
23
kmh
23
kmh
20
kmh
23
kmh
27
kmh
0.7m
0.7m
0.9m
0.8m
0.7m
0.5m
1.0m
0.8m
6.1s 5.8s 5.5s 5.4s 4.5s 4.5s 6.6s 6.8s
Tue 18th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
33
kmh
36
kmh
30
kmh
24
kmh
19
kmh
34
kmh
30
kmh
23
kmh
0.8m
1.0m
0.6m
0.6m
0.8m
0.9m
1.1m
1.6m
7.1s 6.5s 5.7s 7.3s 5.1s 4.9s 4.9s 4.9s
Wed 19th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
32
kmh
35
kmh
28
kmh
26
kmh
34
kmh
36
kmh
30
kmh
16
kmh
1.7m
0.7m
0.6m
0.4m
0.9m
1.1m
0.9m
0.6m
4.9s 7.7s 7.5s 7.0s 14.8s 14.8s 14.6s 7.6s
Thu 20th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
4
kmh
18
kmh
7
kmh
6
kmh
13
kmh
13
kmh
9
kmh
15
kmh
0.4m
0.5m
0.6m
0.5m
0.3m
0.3m
0.2m
0.3m
6.8s 6.3s 6.1s 5.9s 5.6s 5.5s 5.3s 14.1s
Fri 14th February
5:55 AM 11:59 AM 6:04 PM
0.52 3.98 0.57
Sat 15th February
12:25 AM 6:26 AM 12:30 PM 6:35 PM
3.73 0.50 3.97 0.58
Sun 16th February
12:56 AM 6:56 AM 1:01 PM 7:07 PM
3.73 0.54 3.90 0.63
Mon 17th February
1:26 AM 7:26 AM 1:32 PM 7:39 PM
3.68 0.63 3.78 0.72
Tue 18th February
1:56 AM 7:57 AM 2:05 PM 8:13 PM
3.58 0.78 3.62 0.84
Wed 19th February
2:27 AM 8:31 AM 2:42 PM 8:49 PM
3.44 0.98 3.42 1.00
Thu 20th February
3:01 AM 9:10 AM 3:24 PM 9:29 PM
3.26 1.20 3.21 1.18
Fri 14th February
19°
0.0mm
12kmh E
2%
Sat 15th February
19°
0.0mm
5kmh NNE
6%
Sun 16th February
20°
0.0mm
10kmh E
33%
Mon 17th February
20°
1.4mm
33kmh SE
79%
Tue 18th February
20°
20.3mm
21kmh NNW
84%
Wed 19th February
19°
1.5mm
39kmh WNW
37%
Thu 20th February
19°
0.2mm
16kmh NW
35%
Fri 21st February
19°
0.4mm
15kmh WNW
44%
Sat 22nd February
17°
0.4mm
6kmh NNE
47%
Sun 23rd February
17°
0.2mm
23kmh ENE
82%
Mon 24th February
16°
1.1mm
21kmh ENE
91%
Tue 25th February
19°
0.0mm
30kmh W
62%
Wed 26th February
19°
0.0mm
18kmh ESE
16%
Thu 27th February
19°
0.0mm
18kmh NNW
49%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 19° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible on some days. The average water temperature will be 19° 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 3.2mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 48%.

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

Taking a Holiday at Golden Sand Beach, Totaranui Bay, Abel Tasman National Park, Nelson Tasman Region, South Island, New Zealand

Taking a Holiday at Golden Sand Beach, Totaranui Bay, Abel Tasman National Park, Nelson Tasman Region, South Island, New Zealand Taking a holiday at the beautiful Golden Sand Beach in Totaranui Bay, Abel Tasman National Park, Nelson Tasman Region, South Island, New Zealand is an unforgettable experience. This pristine beach is nestled in one of New Zealand's most picturesque national parks and offers a perfect mix of relaxation and adventure.

Beach Type

Golden Sand Beach boasts stunning powdery golden sand that is soft to the touch and perfect for sunbathing or building sandcastles. The crystal-clear waters are ideal for swimming, snorkeling, and diving. While there aren't many rocky areas or reefs along this beach, you can still find an abundance of marine life to observe while exploring the underwater world.

Beach Activities

There are plenty of activities to enjoy at Golden Sand Beach:

  1. Swimming: The calm waters make it perfect for swimming and wading in the shallow areas.
  2. Kayaking: Explore the coastline by kayak and discover hidden coves and beaches along Abel Tasman National Park.
  3. Hiking: The Abel Tasman Coast Track is a famous hiking trail that runs through the park, offering breathtaking views of the beach and surrounding area.
  4. Boat trips: Take a boat trip to explore nearby islands or go on a dolphin watching tour.
  5. Fishing: Try your luck at catching some fresh seafood from the shores of Golden Sand Beach.
  6. Sunbathing: Soak up the sun on the soft golden sands and listen to the gentle waves lapping against the shore.

Accommodations

There are no beach resorts or hotels directly on Golden Sand Beach as it is located within a national park. However, you can find accommodations in nearby towns such as Marahau or Kaiteriteri.

Areas to Stay In

Marahau: This small coastal village is situated at the southern entrance of Abel Tasman National Park and offers a range of accommodations, including lodges, motels, and holiday homes. It's an ideal base for exploring the park and has easy access to water taxis that can take you to Golden Sand Beach.

Kaiteriteri: A popular beach town located just outside of Abel Tasman National Park, Kaiteriteri offers a variety of accommodations and amenities. You'll find hotels, motels, campgrounds, and holiday homes here. It's a great option if you want to be close to the national park but still have access to restaurants and shops.

Beach Amenities

Golden Sand Beach in Totaranui Bay offers basic amenities for visitors:

  • Public toilets
  • Picnic tables
  • BBQ facilities
  • Drinking water
  • Parking area

Keep in mind that there are no shops or restaurants within Abel Tasman National Park, so be sure to pack your own food and essentials for your visit. Don't forget to leave nothing but footprints and preserve the beauty of this natural paradise for future generations to enjoy.

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