Beach Weather in Whangapoua Beach, Great Barrier Island, New Zealand

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Beach Weather Today in Whangapoua Beach

Today the maximum temperature will be 20° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible. Today the water temperature will be 18° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water.

Today will be dry with no rain showers. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 22%.

The winds will be on shore and light at 12kmh from the North-Northeast. The light winds will keep the temperatures feeling cooler.

Whangapoua Beach faces East and sunset will be over the land behind the beach at 07:28 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 Whangapoua Beach

Today - Sunday the maximum daily temperatures will be 20° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible. Today the water temperature will be 18° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water.

Today, Sunday will be dry with no rain showers. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 22%.

WHANGAPOUA BEACH - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Sun 22nd March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20° 20° 19° 19° 20° 20° 20° 20°
20% 13% 85% 24% 27% 4% 5% 3%
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 23rd March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20° 20° 20° 19° 20° 20° 19° 19°
4% 81% 80% 77% 58% 71% 100% 73%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.2mm 0.2mm 0.3mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Tue 24th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
19° 19° 19° 19° 19° 19° 20° 19°
63% 47% 44% 68% 97% 100% 88% 75%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Wed 25th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20° 19° 19° 20° 19° 20° 20° 20°
81% 75% 81% 70% 88% 73% 72% 100%
0.0mm 0.1mm 0.2mm 0.0mm 0.2mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Thu 26th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20° 20° 19° 19° 19° 19° 19° 20°
55% 52% 93% 98% 100% 100% 100% 100%
0.0mm 0.6mm 1.5mm 2.2mm 1.0mm 0.3mm 0.7mm 0.7mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Fri 27th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20° 20° 20° 20° 21° 21° 21° 21°
100% 100% 100% 74% 74% 74% 27% 5%
0.4mm 0.3mm 0.4mm 0.3mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Sat 28th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
20° 20° 20° 19° 20° 21° 21° 21°
2% 2% 8% 9% 3% 1% 17% 10%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
18°
Sun 22nd March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
8
kmh
9
kmh
2
kmh
5
kmh
8
kmh
10
kmh
12
kmh
12
kmh
0.6m
0.5m
0.5m
0.6m
0.5m
0.5m
0.5m
0.6m
9.3s 9.2s 9.1s 9.0s 8.9s 8.7s 8.6s 8.5s
Mon 23rd March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12
kmh
13
kmh
18
kmh
27
kmh
32
kmh
31
kmh
32
kmh
32
kmh
0.8m
0.7m
0.9m
1.0m
1.0m
1.0m
1.0m
1.2m
8.5s 8.3s 12.6s 12.7s 12.4s 12.3s 14.2s 14.1s
Tue 24th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
33
kmh
37
kmh
37
kmh
40
kmh
39
kmh
39
kmh
37
kmh
38
kmh
1.2m
1.2m
1.2m
1.2m
1.3m
1.3m
1.2m
1.2m
13.8s 13.6s 13.5s 13.4s 13.3s 13.2s 12.9s 12.7s
Wed 25th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
38
kmh
41
kmh
43
kmh
44
kmh
45
kmh
42
kmh
40
kmh
45
kmh
1.2m
1.2m
1.5m
1.4m
1.5m
1.4m
1.4m
1.5m
12.7s 12.6s 12.6s 12.6s 13.5s 13.2s 12.9s 12.7s
Thu 26th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
46
kmh
48
kmh
42
kmh
49
kmh
47
kmh
44
kmh
49
kmh
47
kmh
1.6m
1.5m
1.5m
1.5m
1.7m
1.6m
1.8m
1.8m
12.5s 13.3s 13.2s 12.1s 11.9s 9.5s 11.0s 11.2s
Fri 27th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
45
kmh
41
kmh
28
kmh
22
kmh
18
kmh
11
kmh
8
kmh
12
kmh
1.7m
1.7m
1.1m
0.7m
0.4m
0.1m
0.1m
0.3m
11.2s 11.2s 12.8s 7.8s 7.7s 7.5s 7.4s 7.3s
Sat 28th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13
kmh
16
kmh
18
kmh
20
kmh
13
kmh
9
kmh
14
kmh
13
kmh
0.3m
0.5m
0.7m
0.6m
0.8m
0.6m
0.6m
0.8m
7.2s 7.1s 7.1s 7.0s 6.9s 6.8s 6.6s 6.6s
Sun 22nd March
4:02 AM 10:11 AM 4:29 PM 10:41 PM
0.33 2.39 0.26 2.37
Mon 23rd March
4:50 AM 10:58 AM 5:15 PM 11:30 PM
0.36 2.36 0.28 2.35
Tue 24th March
5:40 AM 11:48 AM 6:05 PM
0.41 2.30 0.33
Wed 25th March
12:22 AM 6:34 AM 12:41 PM 6:57 PM
2.29 0.49 2.22 0.41
Thu 26th March
1:18 AM 7:32 AM 1:37 PM 7:54 PM
2.22 0.57 2.13 0.50
Fri 27th March
2:19 AM 8:35 AM 2:40 PM 8:57 PM
2.16 0.63 2.05 0.57
Sat 28th March
3:24 AM 9:40 AM 3:46 PM 10:04 PM
2.12 0.66 2.00 0.62
Sun 22nd March
20°
0.0mm
6kmh E
22%
Mon 23rd March
20°
0.7mm
32kmh ENE
68%
Tue 24th March
20°
0.1mm
40kmh E
72%
Wed 25th March
20°
0.7mm
45kmh ENE
80%
Thu 26th March
19°
7.0mm
48kmh NE
87%
Fri 27th March
21°
1.6mm
19kmh NNW
69%
Sat 28th March
21°
0.0mm
14kmh SW
6%
Sun 29th March
21°
0.0mm
3kmh NW
32%
Mon 30th March
20°
13.0mm
27kmh WNW
90%
Tue 31st March
20°
0.1mm
18kmh WNW
24%
Wed 1st April
20°
0.2mm
23kmh NNW
34%
Thu 2nd April
18°
4.8mm
24kmh WSW
73%
Fri 3rd April
18°
0.0mm
13kmh SSW
18%
Sat 4th April
18°
0.3mm
27kmh SW
50%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 20° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible on some days. The average water temperature will be 18° which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water. There will be 10 days of light rain with an average of 2.9mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 52%.

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

Taking a Holiday at Whangapoua Beach, Great Barrier Island, Auckland Region, North Island, New Zealand

Experience a serene and picturesque holiday at Whangapoua Beach, situated on Great Barrier Island in the Auckland Region of New Zealand's North Island. This beautiful destination offers an idyllic escape from the hustle and bustle of city life, allowing you to unwind and reconnect with nature.

Beach Type

Whangapoua Beach is known for its stunning white sand that feels powdery soft beneath your feet. The clear blue waters gently lap the shore, creating a tranquil atmosphere perfect for relaxation. The beach also features rocky areas and a nearby reef, making it an ideal spot for snorkeling and diving enthusiasts who are eager to explore the diverse marine life that calls this area home.

Beach Activities

Whangapoua Beach's crystal clear waters and abundant marine life make it a popular destination for snorkeling and diving. The rocky areas and nearby reef provide excellent opportunities to observe colorful fish species, coral formations, and other underwater wonders.

In addition to water sports, visitors can enjoy beachcombing along the pristine shoreline, which often yields interesting seashells and other treasures. The beach is also perfect for sunbathing or enjoying a leisurely picnic with friends or family.

If you are interested in exploring beyond the beach itself, there are several walking tracks in the area that take you through lush native forest or to nearby Harataonga Bay.

Accommodations

While there aren't any large resorts or hotels directly on Whangapoua Beach, Great Barrier Island has a range of accommodations available. Options include lodges like Medlands Beach Backpackers Lodge, self-contained units such as Mount St Paul Estate, or holiday homes like Harataonga Bay House.

Areas to Stay In

The areas around Medlands Beach and Tryphena are popular choices for visitors looking for accommodations near Whangapoua Beach. These locations offer easy access to both Whangapoua and other stunning beaches on the island, as well as a range of eateries and local shops. Staying in these areas allows you to fully immerse yourself in the laid-back island lifestyle and enjoy all that Great Barrier Island has to offer.

Beach Amenities

While Whangapoua Beach is relatively undeveloped, there are still several amenities available for visitors to enjoy:

  • Public restrooms
  • Picnic tables
  • Walking tracks
  • Limited parking

Keep in mind that as a remote destination, it's essential to be prepared by bringing your own food, drinks, and beach gear. The pristine beauty of Whangapoua Beach makes it an unforgettable holiday destination that will leave you feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.

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