Beach Weather in Matai Bay, Karikari Peninsula, New Zealand

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20°
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20°
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18°
 
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18°
 
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Beach Weather Today in Matai Bay

Today the maximum temperature will be 21° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 21° 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 25%.

The winds will be cross-off shore and moderate at 22kmh from the West-Southwest. The moderate winds will keep the temperatures feeling cooler.

Matai Bay faces East-Northeast and sunset will be over the land behind the beach at 08:30 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 Matai Bay

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 21° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. 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 lots of sunshine and clear skies with an average cloud cover of 37%.

MATAI BAY - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Thu 6th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 14° 14° 20° 22° 23° 20° 15°
9% 31% 38% 41% 23% 34% 2% 22%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
Fri 7th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 13° 14° 21° 23° 22° 21° 17°
7% 7% 6% 84% 7% 6% 83% 86%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
Sat 8th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 15° 15° 21° 25° 24° 20° 17°
10% 76% 23% 14% 7% 75% 90% 2%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
Sun 9th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 15° 15° 21° 24° 23° 21° 18°
12% 47% 42% 42% 9% 38% 68% 38%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
Mon 10th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
16° 15° 15° 22° 25° 23° 21° 16°
8% 7% 17% 11% 27% 20% 15% 1%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
Tue 11th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 14° 14° 22° 24° 24° 21° 17°
15% 11% 10% 33% 6% 56% 41% 43%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
21°
Wed 12th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
17° 16° 16° 22° 22° 21° 20° 17°
66% 53% 58% 49% 75% 85% 84% 9%
0.0mm 0.5mm 0.2mm 0.0mm 0.2mm 0.2mm 0.1mm 0.0mm
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
19°
Thu 6th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15
kmh
14
kmh
13
kmh
8
kmh
8
kmh
20
kmh
22
kmh
16
kmh
0.5m
0.4m
0.4m
0.3m
0.4m
0.9m
0.8m
0.4m
9.8s 9.8s 9.7s 9.7s 9.6s 9.2s 9.0s 9.0s
Fri 7th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
7
kmh
4
kmh
11
kmh
18
kmh
19
kmh
19
kmh
21
kmh
19
kmh
0.3m
0.4m
0.3m
0.6m
0.7m
0.7m
0.7m
0.5m
10.6s 10.7s 10.4s 10.2s 10.1s 10.1s 10.1s 10.1s
Sat 8th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
22
kmh
21
kmh
21
kmh
24
kmh
26
kmh
28
kmh
27
kmh
24
kmh
0.5m
0.6m
0.6m
0.8m
0.7m
0.8m
0.6m
0.7m
10.1s 10.1s 10.1s 10.1s 10.0s 7.9s 8.1s 8.3s
Sun 9th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21
kmh
19
kmh
18
kmh
21
kmh
18
kmh
21
kmh
13
kmh
6
kmh
0.6m
0.6m
0.6m
0.5m
0.6m
0.4m
0.2m
0.1m
8.3s 8.5s 9.8s 9.8s 10.0s 10.1s 10.1s 10.0s
Mon 10th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
8
kmh
10
kmh
10
kmh
7
kmh
10
kmh
4
kmh
12
kmh
13
kmh
0.3m
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
0.5m
0.6m
0.7m
0.5m
10.0s 9.9s 9.8s 9.8s 9.6s 9.3s 9.1s 9.0s
Tue 11th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12
kmh
10
kmh
8
kmh
4
kmh
10
kmh
10
kmh
6
kmh
7
kmh
0.6m
0.5m
0.6m
0.6m
0.5m
0.5m
0.4m
0.5m
8.9s 8.8s 8.6s 8.5s 8.5s 8.7s 8.7s 8.7s
Wed 12th February
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
8
kmh
10
kmh
14
kmh
17
kmh
22
kmh
24
kmh
26
kmh
28
kmh
0.6m
0.8m
0.9m
1.2m
1.4m
1.5m
1.4m
1.4m
8.6s 8.5s 14.1s 14.0s 13.8s 13.5s 13.3s 13.2s
Thu 6th February
2:28 AM 8:32 AM 2:46 PM 9:04 PM
2.18 0.50 2.19 0.40
Fri 7th February
3:29 AM 9:33 AM 3:44 PM 10:04 PM
2.12 0.58 2.10 0.46
Sat 8th February
4:33 AM 10:38 AM 4:47 PM 11:07 PM
2.09 0.63 2.04 0.49
Sun 9th February
5:39 AM 11:43 AM 5:53 PM
2.09 0.63 2.01
Mon 10th February
12:11 AM 6:41 AM 12:45 PM 6:56 PM
0.49 2.12 0.61 2.02
Tue 11th February
1:10 AM 7:37 AM 1:42 PM 7:54 PM
0.47 2.17 0.57 2.06
Wed 12th February
2:04 AM 8:29 AM 2:34 PM 8:46 PM
0.43 2.22 0.52 2.10
Thu 6th February
23°
0.0mm
10kmh WSW
25%
Fri 7th February
23°
0.1mm
12kmh NE
35%
Sat 8th February
25°
0.0mm
11kmh ENE
37%
Sun 9th February
24°
0.0mm
9kmh NNE
37%
Mon 10th February
25°
0.0mm
6kmh NW
13%
Tue 11th February
24°
0.0mm
5kmh NW
26%
Wed 12th February
22°
1.2mm
10kmh NE
59%
Thu 13th February
24°
0.0mm
22kmh E
40%
Fri 14th February
23°
1.8mm
19kmh E
86%
Sat 15th February
24°
0.4mm
16kmh E
53%
Sun 16th February
24°
0.1mm
16kmh ENE
45%
Mon 17th February
24°
1.0mm
10kmh NE
44%
Tue 18th February
23°
0.0mm
10kmh W
37%
Wed 19th February
24°
0.0mm
12kmh SW
30%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 24° which is warm and pleasant for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 20° which is comfortable for swimming though some may prefer warmer water. There will be 6 days of very light rain with an average of 0.8mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 41%.

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

Taking a Holiday at Matai Bay, Karikari Peninsula, Northland Region, North Island, New Zealand

Matai Bay is a picturesque beach located on the Karikari Peninsula in the Northland Region of New Zealand's North Island. It is a popular destination for both locals and tourists, offering stunning views, pristine waters, and a relaxing atmosphere. Whether you're looking to soak up the sun or explore the underwater world, Matai Bay has something for everyone.

Beach Type

Matai Bay boasts soft white sand that feels incredible underfoot, making it perfect for long walks along the shore or simply lounging under the sun. The crystal-clear waters are calm and inviting, providing excellent swimming conditions for all ages.

The bay has rocky areas on either side of its sandy stretch, which provides interesting snorkeling spots. These rocky patches are home to an abundance of marine life, making them ideal for those who want to explore the underwater world through snorkeling or diving.

Beach Activities

  • Swimming: The calm waters at Matai Bay make it perfect for swimming and wading. Families with children will appreciate the gentle waves and shallow areas near the shore.
  • Snorkeling and Diving: As mentioned earlier, the rocky areas around Matai Bay provide excellent opportunities for snorkeling and diving enthusiasts. Explore the vibrant marine life that calls this area home.
  • Fishing: The rocky points at either end of Matai Bay are popular spots for fishing enthusiasts looking to catch their dinner.
  • Kayaking: Paddle around the bay in a kayak or canoe for a relaxing way to take in your surroundings and enjoy some light exercise.
  • Beachcombing: Stroll along Matai Bay's pristine shoreline and search for unique shells or other treasures washed ashore by the sea.

Accommodations

While there aren't any large beach resorts directly on Matai Bay beach itself, nearby options include:

  1. Karikari Lodge - Offering self-contained apartments with stunning views, Karikari Lodge provides a comfortable stay just a short drive away from Matai Bay.
  2. Maitai Bay Holiday Park - Operated by the Department of Conservation, this holiday park offers basic campsite facilities for those looking to camp close to the beach.

Areas to Stay In

  • Karikari Peninsula: Staying on the Karikari Peninsula itself will allow you easy access to Matai Bay and the other beautiful beaches in the area, such as Tokerau Beach and Puwheke Beach.
  • Doubtless Bay: A short drive south of Matai Bay, Doubtless Bay offers more accommodation options and amenities while still being close enough for day trips to Matai Bay.

Beach Amenities

Matai Bay offers a range of facilities making it an enjoyable destination for visitors:

  • Public toilets
  • Picnic tables
  • Ample parking
  • Easy-access boat ramp for launching kayaks, canoes, or small boats
  • Shaded areas provided by Pohutukawa trees

Matai Bay's combination of soft white sand, crystal-clear waters, and stunning scenery make it an ideal destination for your next beach holiday. Whether you're looking to relax on the shore or explore its underwater beauty, this pristine beach on New Zealand's North Island has something for everyone.

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