AI-generatedKaitaia at a glance
- Best time
- Jan – Mar
- Warmest month
- Feb · 25°
- Warmest sea
- Feb · 20.6°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,130 h
- Rain a year
- 1,116 mm
- Climate
- Subtropical
- Time zone
- UTC+13 / UTC+12
- Elevation
- 19 m
Climate in Kaitaia
Kaitaia has a subtropical climate with warm summers and mild winters. February is the warmest month with average highs of 25 °C, while July is the coolest at 16 °C. With around 2,130 hours of sunshine a year, Kaitaia is moderately sunny; January is the sunniest month with 7.5 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Kaitaia
The best time to visit Kaitaia is from January to March. The sea stays too cool for a classic beach holiday: even in February it only reaches 20.6 °C. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from October to June. Rain is frequent from July to September; the wettest month is July with 139 mm.
Kaitaia through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Kaitaia in spring
Sep – Nov
Poor
- 17–20 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 6.2 h of sun a day
- 34 rainy days in all
Kaitaia in summer
Dec – Feb
Good
- 22–25 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 7.0 h of sun a day
- 26 rainy days in all
Kaitaia in autumn
Mar – May
Fair
- 19–24 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 5.6 h of sun a day
- 29 rainy days in all
Kaitaia in winter
Jun – Aug
Poor
- 16–17 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 4.6 h of sun a day
- 41 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No month
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Oct – Jun
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Jul – Sep
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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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: January – March
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 13°
- Midday, 13:00: about 18°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 18°
- Evening, 20:00: about 16°
- Night, 23:00: about 14°
06:4519:40
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 06:29–07:19 · evening 19:06–19:56
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:19–06:29 · evening 19:56–20:06
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 Kaitaia compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs rise from about 18° at the start of the month to 19° at the end. The days get 1.0 h longer.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 18° | 19° |
| Night-time low | 11° | 12° |
| Sea | 16° | 16° |
| Daylight | 12.4 h | 13.4 h |
What is the weather like in Kaitaia in October?
In October, Kaitaia is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 15.8 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 85 mm in total. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Kaitaia.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 12 h 55 min06:45 – 19:40
- UV index
- 8 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 26 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 60 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+13offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %0 %
- Seaweight 25 %0 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %55 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %54 %
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
Compare two months in Kaitaia
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 Kaitaia: score 77 against 22. In February, days are 6 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 5 °C warmer in February. February has 3 fewer rainy days. The sun shines an hour longer a day in February.
| Month | October | February |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 22 | 77better |
| Daytime high | 19° | 25° |
| Night-time low | 11° | 16° |
| Sea | 15.8° | 20.6° |
| Sunshine | 6.3 h | 7.1 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 11 | 8better |
| Rainfall | 85 mm | 67 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 0better | 6 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Kaitaia month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
69January24° · Sea 20° · 7.5 h
In January, Kaitaia is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 19.7 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 7.5 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 71 mm. All in all, January is a good month for a holiday in Kaitaia.
Kaitaia in January77February25° · Sea 21° · 7.1 h
In February, Kaitaia is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 20.6 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.1 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 67 mm. All in all, February is a good month for a holiday in Kaitaia.
Kaitaia in February65March24° · Sea 20° · 6.5 h
In March, Kaitaia is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 20.4 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 75 mm. All in all, March is a good month for a holiday in Kaitaia.
Kaitaia in March44April22° · Sea 20° · 5.5 h
In April, Kaitaia is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 19.5 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 91 mm in total. All in all, April is a so-so month for a holiday in Kaitaia.
Kaitaia in April19May19° · Sea 18° · 4.7 h
In May, Kaitaia is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 18.1 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 4.7 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 103 mm in total. All in all, May is not an ideal month for a holiday in Kaitaia.
Kaitaia in May13June17° · Sea 17° · 4.2 h
In June, Kaitaia is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 16.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.2 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 115 mm in total. All in all, June is not an ideal month for a holiday in Kaitaia.
Kaitaia in June11July16° · Sea 16° · 4.5 h
In July, Kaitaia is mild: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 15.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.5 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 14 days, adding up to 139 mm. All in all, July is not an ideal month for a holiday in Kaitaia.
Kaitaia in July12August16° · Sea 15° · 5.2 h
In August, Kaitaia is mild: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 15.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.2 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 15 days, adding up to 115 mm. All in all, August is not an ideal month for a holiday in Kaitaia.
Kaitaia in August17September17° · Sea 15° · 5.7 h
In September, Kaitaia is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 15.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.7 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 96 mm in total. All in all, September is not an ideal month for a holiday in Kaitaia.
Kaitaia in September22October19° · Sea 16° · 6.3 h
In October, Kaitaia is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 15.8 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 85 mm in total. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Kaitaia.
Kaitaia in October28November20° · Sea 17° · 6.5 h
In November, Kaitaia 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 6.5 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 75 mm in total. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Kaitaia.
Kaitaia in November47December22° · Sea 19° · 6.5 h
In December, Kaitaia is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 18.5 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 86 mm in total. All in all, December is a so-so month for a holiday in Kaitaia.
Kaitaia 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 Kaitaia
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cool 8–15°
- Pleasant 15–20°
CoolOctober: nights around 11°. A duvet at night and a jumper for the evening.
The coolest nights are in July (9°), the warmest in February (16°). Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from January to March.
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 | 69 | 24° | 15° | 19.7° | 7.5 h | 8 | 71 |
| FebruaryFeb | 77 | 25° | 16° | 20.6° | 7.1 h | 8 | 67 |
| MarchMar | 65 | 24° | 15° | 20.4° | 6.5 h | 8 | 75 |
| AprilApr | 44 | 22° | 14° | 19.5° | 5.5 h | 10 | 91 |
| MayMay | 19 | 19° | 12° | 18.1° | 4.7 h | 11 | 103 |
| JuneJun | 13 | 17° | 10° | 16.6° | 4.2 h | 12 | 115 |
| JulyJul | 11 | 16° | 9° | 15.5° | 4.5 h | 14 | 139 |
| AugustAug | 12 | 16° | 9° | 15.0° | 5.2 h | 15 | 115 |
| SeptemberSep | 17 | 17° | 10° | 15.2° | 5.7 h | 12 | 96 |
| OctoberOct | 22 | 19° | 11° | 15.8° | 6.3 h | 11 | 85 |
| NovemberNov | 28 | 20° | 12° | 17.0° | 6.5 h | 11 | 75 |
| DecemberDec | 47 | 22° | 14° | 18.5° | 6.5 h | 11 | 86 |
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
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Sea temperature
Sea temperature in Kaitaia
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 15.2 – 16.4 °C
Swimming season: Feb – Mar
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Kaitaia ranges from 15.0 °C in August to 20.6 °C in February. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from February to March.
The sea temperature varies from year to year: in February, eight out of ten years were between 19.9 and 21.6 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 19.7° | 18.8° | 20.6° | fresh |
| FebruaryFeb | 20.6° | 19.9° | 21.6° | refreshing |
| MarchMar | 20.4° | 19.6° | 21.2° | refreshing |
| AprilApr | 19.5° | 19.1° | 20.3° | fresh |
| MayMay | 18.1° | 17.5° | 18.6° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 16.6° | 15.9° | 17.1° | cold |
| JulyJul | 15.5° | 15.0° | 16.0° | cold |
| AugustAug | 15.0° | 14.5° | 15.5° | cold |
| SeptemberSep | 15.2° | 14.7° | 15.7° | cold |
| OctoberOct | 15.8° | 15.2° | 16.4° | cold |
| NovemberNov | 17.0° | 16.3° | 17.8° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 18.5° | 17.7° | 19.6° | fresh |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Kaitaia
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 6.3 of 12.9 hours of daylight in Kaitaia, 49 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: measured at the weather station 2 km away, averages 1991–2020 (WMO climate normals). Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain
Rain in Kaitaia: 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, Kaitaia has about 11 rainy days with 85 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Kaitaia
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 8 · very highStay in the shade around midday; SPF 50, clothing, hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in December (UV 11).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 15 min
- Fair skin
- about 20 min
- Light brown skin
- about 25 min
- Olive skin
- about 35 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 Kaitaia
How breezy and how cloudy Kaitaia 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 Kaitaia typically peaks at 26 km/h during the day: Beaufort 4, moderate 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 60 % of the sky over Kaitaia: variable cloud, with about 6.3 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.
Heat & humidity
Heat and humidity in Kaitaia
How often the day gets hot in Kaitaia (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Kaitaia has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 19 °C: pleasant. Heat plays no part this month.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to Kaitaia
Weather for your travel dates
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Kaitaia 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.
Kaitaia has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 58) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 12).
- 50
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Fair
- 22 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 5.8 h of sun a day
- 9 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 18
May half-term
May – Jun
Poor
- 19 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 4.6 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 12
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Poor
- 16 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 5.0 h of sun a day
- 14 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 22
October half-term
Oct
Poor
- 19 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 6.3 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 58
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
FairBest holidays
- 23 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 7.0 h of sun a day
- 9 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 22 h 20 min
- Distance
- 18,130 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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Kaitaia vs Kerikeri
In October the holiday weather in Kaitaia and Kerikeri is about equally good (score 22 vs 20). During the day Kerikeri is 1 °C cooler than Kaitaia. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Kaitaia | Kerikeri |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 22 | 20 |
| Daytime high | 19° | 18° |
| Sea | 16° | 16° |
| Sunshine | 6 h | 6 h |
| Rainy days | 11 | 10 |
| Best time | Jan – Mar | Jan – Mar |
Through the year
Best places in the country
New Zealand in October: the best places
In October, Kaitaia ranks 15 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
- Hastings19°82
- 2Tauranga18°16°74
- 3Auckland18°16°71
- 4Cambridge18°69
- 5Matamata18°69
- 6Masterton17°69
- 7Hamilton18°68
- 8Rotorua18°68
- 15KaitaiaThis page19°16°22
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Frequently asked questions about Kaitaia
When is the best time to visit Kaitaia?
The best time to visit Kaitaia is from January to March. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in Kaitaia?
The sea temperature in Kaitaia ranges from 15.0 °C in August to 20.6 °C in February. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from February to March.
Can you swim in Kaitaia in October?
Only if you don't mind cold water: in October the sea averages just 15.8 °C. Comfortable swimming is possible from February to March.
What is the warmest month in Kaitaia?
February is the warmest month, with average highs of 25 °C and nights around 16 °C. July is the coolest month at 16 °C.
When does it rain most in Kaitaia?
Rain is frequent from July to September; the wettest month is July with 139 mm. The driest month is February with 67 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Kaitaia get?
Kaitaia gets around 2,130 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is January with 7.5 hours a day; in June there are 4.2 hours a day.
What time zone is Kaitaia in?
Kaitaia is on UTC+13 in January and UTC+12 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Kaitaia?
A nonstop flight from London to Kaitaia takes about 22 h 20 min, for a straight-line distance of about 18,130 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Which school holidays are best for Kaitaia?
Kaitaia has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 58) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 12). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 50, May half-term 18, summer holidays 12, October half-term 22, Christmas holidays 58.