AI-generatedParaparaumu at a glance
- Best time
- Feb
- Warmest month
- Feb · 21°
- Warmest sea
- Feb · 18.2°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,310 h
- Rain a year
- 1,411 mm
- Climate
- Maritime
- Time zone
- UTC+13 / UTC+12
- Elevation
- 77 m
Climate in Paraparaumu
Paraparaumu has a maritime climate with moderate summers and cool, often grey winters. February is the warmest month with average highs of 21 °C, while July is the coolest at 13 °C. With around 2,310 hours of sunshine a year, Paraparaumu is sunny; February is the sunniest month with 8.5 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Paraparaumu
The best time to visit Paraparaumu is in February. The sea stays too cool for a classic beach holiday: even in February it only reaches 18.2 °C. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from January to March. Rain is frequent from April to December; the wettest month is October with 149 mm.
Paraparaumu through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Paraparaumu in spring
Sep – Nov
Poor
- 14–17 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 6.7 h of sun a day
- 45 rainy days in all
Paraparaumu in summer
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 19–21 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 8.3 h of sun a day
- 36 rainy days in all
Paraparaumu in autumn
Mar – May
Poor
- 15–20 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 5.8 h of sun a day
- 37 rainy days in all
Paraparaumu in winter
Jun – Aug
Poor
- 13 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 4.5 h of sun a day
- 42 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
No month
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Jan – Mar
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Apr – 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 15°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 15°
- Evening, 20:00: about 13°
- Night, 23:00: about 11°
06:3219:39
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 06:15–07:09 · evening 19:02–19:56
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:04–06:15 · evening 19:56–20:07
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 Paraparaumu compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs rise from about 15° at the start of the month to 16° at the end. The days get 1.3 h longer.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 15° | 16° |
| Night-time low | 8° | 10° |
| Sea | 14° | 14° |
| Daylight | 12.5 h | 13.8 h |
What is the weather like in Paraparaumu in October?
In October, Paraparaumu is cool: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 13.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.4 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 17 days, adding up to 149 mm. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 32 km/h. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Paraparaumu.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 13 h 7 min06:32 – 19:39
- UV index
- 7 · highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 32 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 61 %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 %57 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %11 %
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 Paraparaumu
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 Paraparaumu: score 48 against 13. In February, days are 5 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 4 °C warmer in February. February has 8 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 2 hours longer a day in February.
| Month | October | February |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 13 | 48better |
| Daytime high | 16° | 21° |
| Night-time low | 9° | 13° |
| Sea | 13.9° | 18.2° |
| Sunshine | 6.4 h | 8.5 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 17 | 9better |
| Rainfall | 149 mm | 93 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 0better | 1 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Paraparaumu month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
40January21° · Sea 17° · 8.4 h
In January, Paraparaumu is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 17.4 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.4 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 85 mm in total. All in all, January is a so-so month for a holiday in Paraparaumu.
Paraparaumu in January48February21° · Sea 18° · 8.5 h
In February, Paraparaumu is warm: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 18.2 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 8.5 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 93 mm in total. All in all, February is a so-so month for a holiday in Paraparaumu – and yet one of the best months here.
Paraparaumu in February32March20° · Sea 18° · 7.2 h
In March, Paraparaumu is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 17.7 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 7.2 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 86 mm in total. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Paraparaumu.
Paraparaumu in March17April17° · Sea 17° · 5.7 h
In April, Paraparaumu is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 16.9 °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 110 mm in total. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Paraparaumu.
Paraparaumu in April11May15° · Sea 16° · 4.6 h
In May, Paraparaumu is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 15.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 14 rainy days and 123 mm in total. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 29 km/h. All in all, May is not an ideal month for a holiday in Paraparaumu.
Paraparaumu in May10June13° · Sea 14° · 4.1 h
In June, Paraparaumu is cool: daytime highs average 13 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 14.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.1 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 14 rainy days and 135 mm in total. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 29 km/h. All in all, June is not an ideal month for a holiday in Paraparaumu.
Paraparaumu in June11July13° · Sea 13° · 4.5 h
In July, Paraparaumu is cool: daytime highs average 13 °C, and nights cool down to about 5 °C. The sea averages 13.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 14 rainy days and 129 mm in total. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 28 km/h. All in all, July is not an ideal month for a holiday in Paraparaumu.
Paraparaumu in July11August13° · Sea 13° · 5.0 h
In August, Paraparaumu is cool: daytime highs average 13 °C, and nights cool down to about 6 °C. The sea averages 13.0 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.0 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 15 days, adding up to 130 mm. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 28 km/h. All in all, August is not an ideal month for a holiday in Paraparaumu.
Paraparaumu in August15September14° · Sea 13° · 6.3 h
In September, Paraparaumu is cool: daytime highs average 14 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 13.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.3 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 15 days, adding up to 127 mm. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 31 km/h. All in all, September is not an ideal month for a holiday in Paraparaumu.
Paraparaumu in September13October16° · Sea 14° · 6.4 h
In October, Paraparaumu is cool: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 13.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.4 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 17 days, adding up to 149 mm. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 32 km/h. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Paraparaumu.
Paraparaumu in October21November17° · Sea 15° · 7.4 h
In November, Paraparaumu is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 14.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.4 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 14 rainy days and 115 mm in total. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 31 km/h. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Paraparaumu.
Paraparaumu in November22December19° · Sea 16° · 7.9 h
In December, Paraparaumu is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 16.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.9 hours a day. It rains often – on about 15 days, adding up to 130 mm. It is often windy: on a typical day the wind peaks at around 28 km/h. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Paraparaumu.
Paraparaumu in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate tableWarmest in February: 21°
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Paraparaumu
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 January (13°). 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 | 40 | 21° | 13° | 17.4° | 8.4 h | 11 | 85 |
| FebruaryFeb | 48 | 21° | 13° | 18.2° | 8.5 h | 9 | 93 |
| MarchMar | 32 | 20° | 12° | 17.7° | 7.2 h | 11 | 86 |
| AprilApr | 17 | 17° | 9° | 16.9° | 5.7 h | 12 | 110 |
| MayMay | 11 | 15° | 8° | 15.9° | 4.6 h | 14 | 123 |
| JuneJun | 10 | 13° | 6° | 14.4° | 4.1 h | 14 | 135 |
| JulyJul | 11 | 13° | 5° | 13.4° | 4.5 h | 14 | 129 |
| AugustAug | 11 | 13° | 6° | 13.0° | 5.0 h | 15 | 130 |
| SeptemberSep | 15 | 14° | 7° | 13.3° | 6.3 h | 15 | 127 |
| OctoberOct | 13 | 16° | 9° | 13.9° | 6.4 h | 17 | 149 |
| NovemberNov | 21 | 17° | 10° | 14.9° | 7.4 h | 14 | 115 |
| DecemberDec | 22 | 19° | 12° | 16.4° | 7.9 h | 15 | 130 |
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
40.92° S, 175.02° E · 77 m · Pacific/Auckland
Sea temperatureUp to 18° in February
Sea temperature in Paraparaumu
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 13.3 – 14.4 °C
Swimming season: Always below 20 °C
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Paraparaumu ranges from 13.0 °C in August to 18.2 °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 17.2 and 19.5 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 17.4° | 16.2° | 19.0° | fresh |
| FebruaryFeb | 18.2° | 17.2° | 19.5° | fresh |
| MarchMar | 17.7° | 16.6° | 18.7° | fresh |
| AprilApr | 16.9° | 16.0° | 17.9° | cold |
| MayMay | 15.9° | 15.1° | 16.7° | cold |
| JuneJun | 14.4° | 13.4° | 15.5° | cold |
| JulyJul | 13.4° | 12.4° | 14.2° | cold |
| AugustAug | 13.0° | 12.2° | 13.7° | cold |
| SeptemberSep | 13.3° | 12.7° | 13.8° | cold |
| OctoberOct | 13.9° | 13.3° | 14.4° | cold |
| NovemberNov | 14.9° | 14.2° | 15.7° | cold |
| DecemberDec | 16.4° | 15.2° | 17.9° | cold |
Sunshine2,310 hours a year
Sunshine hours in Paraparaumu
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 6.4 of 13.1 hours of daylight in Paraparaumu, 49 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: measured at the weather station 3 km away, averages 1991–2020 (WMO climate normals). Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain1,411 mm a year, most in October
Rain in Paraparaumu: 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, Paraparaumu has about 17 rainy days with 149 mm of rain in total.
UV indexUp to 10 in December
UV index in Paraparaumu
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 25 min
- Light brown skin
- about 35 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 & cloudsWindiest in October: 32 km/h
Wind and clouds in Paraparaumu
How breezy and how cloudy Paraparaumu 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 Paraparaumu typically peaks at 32 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 61 % of the sky over Paraparaumu: variable cloud, with about 6.4 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 Paraparaumu
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Paraparaumu 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.
Paraparaumu has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 31) and its weakest during May half-term (score 11).
- 22
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 18 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 6.2 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 11
May half-term
May – Jun
Poor
- 15 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 4.5 h of sun a day
- 14 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 11
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Poor
- 13 °C by day
- Sea 13 °C
- 4.8 h of sun a day
- 14 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 13
October half-term
Oct
Poor
- 16 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 6.4 h of sun a day
- 17 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 31
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
PoorBest holidays
- 20 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 8.2 h of sun a day
- 13 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 23 h 10 min
- Distance
- 18,790 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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Paraparaumu vs Porirua
In October Porirua has the better holiday weather (score 19 vs 13). During the day it is about as warm in Porirua as in Paraparaumu. The sea in Porirua is 1 °C cooler.
| in October | Paraparaumu | Porirua |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 13 | 19 |
| Daytime high | 16° | 16° |
| Sea | 14° | 13° |
| Sunshine | 6 h | 6 h |
| Rainy days | 17 | 12 |
| Best time | Feb | Jan – Feb |
Through the year
Best places in the country
New Zealand in October: the best places
In October, Paraparaumu ranks 27 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
- Hastings19°82
- 2Blenheim18°74
- 3Tauranga18°16°74
- 4Christchurch17°73
- 5Masterton17°69
- 6Cambridge18°69
- 7Matamata18°69
- 8Rotorua18°68
- 27ParaparaumuThis page16°14°13
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Frequently asked questions about Paraparaumu
When is the best time to visit Paraparaumu?
The best time to visit Paraparaumu 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 Paraparaumu?
The sea temperature in Paraparaumu ranges from 13.0 °C in August to 18.2 °C in February. Even at its warmest the sea stays below 20 °C, so swimming is bracing at best.
Can you swim in Paraparaumu in October?
Only if you don't mind cold water: in October the sea averages just 13.9 °C. Comfortable swimming temperatures are not reached at any time of year.
What is the warmest month in Paraparaumu?
February is the warmest month, with average highs of 21 °C and nights around 13 °C. July is the coolest month at 13 °C.
When does it rain most in Paraparaumu?
Rain is frequent from April to December; the wettest month is October with 149 mm. The driest month is January with 85 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Paraparaumu get?
Paraparaumu gets around 2,310 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is February with 8.5 hours a day; in June there are 4.1 hours a day.
What time zone is Paraparaumu in?
Paraparaumu is on UTC+13 in January and UTC+12 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Paraparaumu?
A nonstop flight from London to Paraparaumu takes about 23 h 10 min, for a straight-line distance of about 18,790 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Which school holidays are best for Paraparaumu?
Paraparaumu has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 31) and its weakest during May half-term (score 11). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 22, May half-term 11, summer holidays 11, October half-term 13, Christmas holidays 31.