AI-generatedHāwera at a glance
- Best time
- Feb
- Warmest month
- Feb · 22°
- Warmest sea
- Feb · 19.1°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,290 h
- Rain a year
- 1,286 mm
- Climate
- Maritime
- Time zone
- UTC+13 / UTC+12
- Elevation
- 110 m
Climate in Hāwera
Hāwera has a maritime climate with moderate summers and cool, often grey winters. February is the warmest month with average highs of 22 °C, while July is the coolest at 13 °C. With around 2,290 hours of sunshine a year, Hāwera is sunny; January is the sunniest month with 8.2 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Hāwera
The best time to visit Hāwera is in February. The sea stays too cool for a classic beach holiday: even in February it only reaches 19.1 °C. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from January to April. Rain is frequent from May to December; the wettest month is July with 135 mm.
Hāwera through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Hāwera in spring
Sep – Nov
Poor
- 15–18 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 6.5 h of sun a day
- 44 rainy days in all
Hāwera in summer
Dec – Feb
Fair
- 20–22 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 7.9 h of sun a day
- 33 rainy days in all
Hāwera in autumn
Mar – May
Poor
- 16–21 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 5.9 h of sun a day
- 35 rainy days in all
Hāwera in winter
Jun – Aug
Poor
- 13–14 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 4.7 h of sun a day
- 45 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No month
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Jan – Apr
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
May – Dec
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Your best months: January – February
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Poor
Best time to visit: February
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Keep in mindFrequent rain
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 11°
- Midday, 13:00: about 16°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 16°
- Evening, 20:00: about 13°
- Night, 23:00: about 11°
06:3719:40
Cool evenings: pack a jumper or a jacket.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 06:20–07:12 · evening 19:04–19:57
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:09–06:20 · evening 19:57–20:08
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in Hāwera compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs rise from about 16° at the start of the month to 17° at the end. The sea warms from 14° to 15°. The days get 1.2 h longer.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 16° | 17° |
| Night-time low | 8° | 9° |
| Sea | 14° | 15° |
| Daylight | 12.5 h | 13.7 h |
What is the weather like in Hāwera in October?
In October, Hāwera is mild: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 14.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. It rains often – on about 16 days, adding up to 121 mm. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 29 km/h. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Hāwera.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 13 h 4 min06:37 – 19:40
- UV index
- 7 · highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 29 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 64 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or more
- Time zone
- UTC+13offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %0 %
- Seaweight 25 %0 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %58 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %16 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses & sun hat
- A jumper for the evenings
- Rain jacket or umbrella
- Windproof jacket
Compare two months in Hāwera
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
February has the better holiday weather in Hāwera: score 56 against 15. In February, days are 6 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 5 °C warmer in February. February has 7 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 2 hours longer a day in February.
| Month | October | February |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 15 | 56better |
| Daytime high | 16° | 22° |
| Night-time low | 9° | 14° |
| Sea | 14.2° | 19.1° |
| Sunshine | 6.5 h | 8.1 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 16 | 9better |
| Rainfall | 121 mm | 77 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 0better | 2 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Hāwera month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
48January22° · Sea 18° · 8.2 h
In January, Hāwera is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 18.1 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.2 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 83 mm in total. All in all, January is a so-so month for a holiday in Hāwera.
Hāwera in January56February22° · Sea 19° · 8.1 h
In February, Hāwera is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 19.1 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.1 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 77 mm in total. All in all, February is a so-so month for a holiday in Hāwera – and yet one of the best months here.
Hāwera in February42March21° · Sea 19° · 7.2 h
In March, Hāwera is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 18.5 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 7.2 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 74 mm in total. All in all, March is a so-so month for a holiday in Hāwera.
Hāwera in March22April19° · Sea 18° · 5.9 h
In April, Hāwera is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 17.7 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.9 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 106 mm in total. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Hāwera.
Hāwera in April13May16° · Sea 16° · 4.7 h
In May, Hāwera is mild: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 16.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.7 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 110 mm in total. All in all, May is not an ideal month for a holiday in Hāwera.
Hāwera in May9June14° · Sea 15° · 4.1 h
In June, Hāwera is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 14.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.1 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 14 days, adding up to 122 mm. All in all, June is not an ideal month for a holiday in Hāwera.
Hāwera in June9July13° · Sea 14° · 4.6 h
In July, Hāwera is cool: daytime highs average 13 °C, and nights cool down to about 5 °C. The sea averages 13.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.6 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 15 days, adding up to 135 mm. All in all, July is not an ideal month for a holiday in Hāwera.
Hāwera in July12August14° · Sea 13° · 5.4 h
In August, Hāwera is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 13.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.4 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 15 days, adding up to 123 mm. All in all, August is not an ideal month for a holiday in Hāwera.
Hāwera in August13September15° · Sea 13° · 5.7 h
In September, Hāwera is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 13.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.7 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 15 days, adding up to 121 mm. All in all, September is not an ideal month for a holiday in Hāwera.
Hāwera in September15October16° · Sea 14° · 6.5 h
In October, Hāwera is mild: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 14.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. It rains often – on about 16 days, adding up to 121 mm. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 29 km/h. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Hāwera.
Hāwera in October21November18° · Sea 15° · 7.3 h
In November, Hāwera is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 15.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.3 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 100 mm in total. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Hāwera.
Hāwera in November28December20° · Sea 17° · 7.5 h
In December, Hāwera is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 17.0 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 7.5 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 14 rainy days and 113 mm in total. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Hāwera.
Hāwera in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate table
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Hāwera
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cold 0–8°
- Cool 8–15°
CoolOctober: nights around 9°. A duvet at night and a jumper for the evening.
The coolest nights are in July (5°), the warmest in February (14°). Nights fall below 8 °C on average from June to September, so the room should be heated.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 48 | 22° | 13° | 18.1° | 8.2 h | 10 | 83 |
| FebruaryFeb | 56 | 22° | 14° | 19.1° | 8.1 h | 9 | 77 |
| MarchMar | 42 | 21° | 12° | 18.5° | 7.2 h | 10 | 74 |
| AprilApr | 22 | 19° | 10° | 17.7° | 5.9 h | 11 | 106 |
| MayMay | 13 | 16° | 9° | 16.4° | 4.7 h | 13 | 110 |
| JuneJun | 9 | 14° | 7° | 14.7° | 4.1 h | 14 | 122 |
| JulyJul | 9 | 13° | 5° | 13.5° | 4.6 h | 15 | 135 |
| AugustAug | 12 | 14° | 6° | 13.0° | 5.4 h | 15 | 123 |
| SeptemberSep | 13 | 15° | 7° | 13.4° | 5.7 h | 15 | 121 |
| OctoberOct | 15 | 16° | 9° | 14.2° | 6.5 h | 16 | 121 |
| NovemberNov | 21 | 18° | 10° | 15.4° | 7.3 h | 13 | 100 |
| DecemberDec | 28 | 20° | 12° | 17.0° | 7.5 h | 14 | 113 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
39.59° S, 174.28° E · 110 m · Pacific/Auckland
Sea temperature
Sea temperature in Hāwera
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 13.6 – 14.8 °C
Swimming season: Always below 20 °C
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Hāwera ranges from 13.0 °C in August to 19.1 °C in February. Even at its warmest the sea stays below 20 °C, so swimming is bracing at best.
From May to July the sea is even warmer than the afternoon air. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in February, eight out of ten years were between 17.9 and 20.4 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 18.1° | 16.7° | 19.5° | fresh |
| FebruaryFeb | 19.1° | 17.9° | 20.4° | fresh |
| MarchMar | 18.5° | 17.5° | 19.8° | fresh |
| AprilApr | 17.7° | 16.8° | 18.6° | fresh |
| MayMay | 16.4° | 15.5° | 17.2° | cold |
| JuneJun | 14.7° | 14.1° | 15.5° | cold |
| JulyJul | 13.5° | 12.6° | 14.4° | cold |
| AugustAug | 13.0° | 12.4° | 13.7° | cold |
| SeptemberSep | 13.4° | 12.8° | 14.0° | cold |
| OctoberOct | 14.2° | 13.6° | 14.8° | cold |
| NovemberNov | 15.4° | 14.4° | 16.4° | cold |
| DecemberDec | 17.0° | 15.9° | 18.5° | fresh |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Hāwera
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 6.5 of 13.1 hours of daylight in Hāwera, 50 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain
Rain in Hāwera: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, Hāwera has about 16 rainy days with 121 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Hāwera
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 7 · highSeek shade around midday; sunscreen SPF 30+, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in December (UV 10).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 20 min
- Fair skin
- about 20 min
- Light brown skin
- about 30 min
- Olive skin
- about 40 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind & clouds
Wind and clouds in Hāwera
How breezy and how cloudy Hāwera is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in Hāwera typically peaks at 29 km/h during the day: Beaufort 5, fresh breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting, and here it is that strong all year.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 64 % of the sky over Hāwera: variable cloud, with about 6.5 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Planning a trip to Hāwera
Weather for your travel dates
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Hāwera in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
Hāwera has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 38) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 11).
- 28
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 19 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 6.3 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 12
May half-term
May – Jun
Poor
- 16 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 4.6 h of sun a day
- 13 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 11
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Poor
- 14 °C by day
- Sea 13 °C
- 5.1 h of sun a day
- 15 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 15
October half-term
Oct
Poor
- 16 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 6.5 h of sun a day
- 16 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 38
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
PoorBest holidays
- 21 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 7.9 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 22 h 55 min
- Distance
- 18,630 km
- Time zone
- UTC+13
- Jet lag
- About 12 days (12 h east)
Rule of thumb for flying east: for a few days before, go to bed and get up a little earlier, and get plenty of morning light at your destination.
Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
Good to know: New Zealand
- Currency
- New Zealand Dollar (NZD)
- Languages
- English, Māori
- Sockets
- Type I · 230 V
- Traffic
- Drives on the left
- Dialling code
- +64
- Emergency number
- 111
UK plugs need a travel adapter
Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.
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Hāwera vs New Plymouth
In October the holiday weather in Hāwera and New Plymouth is about equally good (score 15 vs 13). During the day it is about as warm in New Plymouth as in Hāwera.
| in October | Hāwera | New Plymouth |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 15 | 13 |
| Daytime high | 16° | 16° |
| Sea | 14° | no sea nearby |
| Sunshine | 7 h | 7 h |
| Rainy days | 16 | 18 |
| Best time | Feb | Nov – Apr |
Through the year
Best places in the country
New Zealand in October: the best places
In October, Hāwera ranks 28 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
- Hastings19°82
- 2Blenheim18°74
- 3Tauranga18°16°74
- 4Auckland18°16°71
- 5Masterton17°69
- 6Cambridge18°69
- 7Matamata18°69
- 8Hamilton18°68
- 28HāweraThis page16°14°15
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Frequently asked questions about Hāwera
When is the best time to visit Hāwera?
The best time to visit Hāwera is in February. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Hāwera?
The sea temperature in Hāwera ranges from 13.0 °C in August to 19.1 °C in February. Even at its warmest the sea stays below 20 °C, so swimming is bracing at best.
Can you swim in Hāwera in October?
Only if you don't mind cold water: in October the sea averages just 14.2 °C. Comfortable swimming temperatures are not reached at any time of year.
What is the warmest month in Hāwera?
February is the warmest month, with average highs of 22 °C and nights around 14 °C. July is the coolest month at 13 °C.
When does it rain most in Hāwera?
Rain is frequent from May to December; the wettest month is July with 135 mm. The driest month is March with 74 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Hāwera get?
Hāwera gets around 2,290 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is January with 8.2 hours a day; in June there are 4.1 hours a day.
What time zone is Hāwera in?
Hāwera is on UTC+13 in January and UTC+12 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Hāwera?
A nonstop flight from London to Hāwera takes about 22 h 55 min, for a straight-line distance of about 18,630 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Which school holidays are best for Hāwera?
Hāwera has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 38) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 11). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 28, May half-term 12, summer holidays 11, October half-term 15, Christmas holidays 38.