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The annual average maximum daily temperature is 16.2°C (61.2°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The annual average water temperature is typically 13.8°C (56.8°F) which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea. Annually there are on average 11.8 days of rain per month and 5.3 hours of sun per day.
The best months to visit Wharariki Beach are January, February, March, December, for the best beach weather, the most sunshine and optimal sunbathing and swimming conditions with the least chance of rain.
The weather is warm enough for sunbathing in the months from December to February when the maximum temperature reaches above 22°C (72°F)
The sea is best for swimming between December and April when the sea temperature is above the average 14°C (57°F) which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea.
No, you can't sunbathe in Wharariki Beach all year round. Some months are too cold for sunbathing, however you might enjoy other beach activities such as taking a walk, going hiking along trails or just enjoying the scenery.
The weather is warm enough for sunbathing in the months from December to February when the maximum temperature reaches above 22°C (72°F)
More info about the annual temperatures and sunshine.
No, you can't swim in Wharariki Beach all year round.
The warmest sea water temperatures in Wharariki Beach are found in January when they peak at 19°C (67°F) and lowest in August when they dip to 11°C (51°F).
The sea temperature is above average for swimming between December and April when the sea temperature is above 14°C (57°F) which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea.
More info about the annual sea temperatures
The hottest month in Wharariki Beach is February when the average maximum temperature is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days 23°C (73°F), average temperature is 17°C (63°F) and average minimum temperature is 12°C (53°F).
More info about the annual temperatures and sunshine.
The coolest month in Wharariki Beach is July when the average maximum temperature is 10°C (50°F), average temperature is 6°C (44°F) and average minimum temperature is 3°C (37°F).
More info about the annual temperatures and sunshine
The driest month in Wharariki Beach is February with 8.9cm (3.5inches) of rain and the least days of rain with 7.8 days with some rain, a quite rainy time to visit the beach.
More info about the annual rainfall
The coldest sea water temperatures in Wharariki Beach are found in August when they dip to 11°C (51°F) which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit.
More info about the annual sea temperatures.
The warmest sea water temperatures in Wharariki Beach are found in January when they peak at 19°C (67°F) which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water.
More info about the annual sea temperatures.
The hottest month in Wharariki Beach is February when the average maximum temperature is 23°C (73°F), average temperature is 17°C (63°F) and average minimum temperature is 12°C (53°F).
The coolest month in Wharariki Beach is July when the average maximum temperature is 10°C (10°F), average temperature is 6°C (44°F) and average minimum temperature is 3°C (37°F).
The longest days in Wharariki Beach are in December, with an average of 15 hours of daylight per day. June has the shortest days with an average of 9.3 hours of daylight per day.
The sunniest days in Wharariki Beach are in December which has the most hours of sunshine per day. The sunshine percentage is 46% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 6.9 hours of sunshine per day.
May has the least sunshine. The sunshine percentage is 37% making it very cloudy and overcast with some periods of sunshine. There are 3.7 hours of sunshine per day.
The ultraviolet index is the highest in January when it reaches 12.4 and lowest in June when it reaches 1.5.
An ultraviolet index reading above 11 indicates an extreme risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 10 minutes. Take all precautions because unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. 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.
The warmest sea water temperatures in Wharariki Beach are found in January when they peak at 19°C (67°F) and lowest in August when they dip to 11°C (51°F).
The sea is best for swimming between December and April when the temperature is above 14°C (57°F) which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea.
The wettest month in Wharariki Beach is August with 16.1cm (6.3inches) of rain and September has the most days of rain with 14.5 days with some rain, a pretty wet time to visit the beach.
The driest month in Wharariki Beach is February with 8.9cm (3.5inches) of rain and the least days of rain with 7.8 days with some rain, a quite rainy time to visit the beach.
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