AI-generatedPiha at a glance
- Best time
- Feb
- Warmest month
- Feb · 23°
- Warmest sea
- Feb · 21.0°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,080 h
- Rain a year
- 1,129 mm
- Climate
- Maritime
- Time zone
- UTC+13 / UTC+12
- Elevation
- 153 m
Climate in Piha
Piha has a maritime climate with moderate summers and cool, often grey winters. February is the warmest month with average highs of 23 °C, while July is the coolest at 15 °C. With around 2,080 hours of sunshine a year, Piha is moderately sunny; January is the sunniest month with 7.4 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Piha
The best time to visit Piha is in February. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go in February. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from January to May and in November. Rain is frequent from June to October and in December; the wettest month is July with 122 mm.
Piha through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Piha in spring
Sep – Nov
Poor
- 16–19 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 5.8 h of sun a day
- 39 rainy days in all
Piha in summer
Dec – Feb
Fair
- 21–23 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 6.9 h of sun a day
- 32 rainy days in all
Piha in autumn
Mar – May
Poor
- 18–22 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 5.5 h of sun a day
- 31 rainy days in all
Piha in winter
Jun – Aug
Poor
- 15 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 4.6 h of sun a day
- 41 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Feb
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Jan – May, Nov
15–28 °C and not too much rain
Rainy months
Jun – Oct, Dec
Rainy season or more than 12 rainy days
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Your best months: January – March
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 12°
- Midday, 13:00: about 17°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 17°
- Evening, 20:00: about 14°
- Night, 23:00: about 13°
06:3919:37
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 06:22–07:13 · evening 19:02–19:53
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:12–06:22 · evening 19:53–20:03
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 Piha compared with home
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In October, daytime highs rise from about 16° at the start of the month to 18° at the end. The sea warms from 15° to 16°. The days get 1.1 h longer.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 16° | 18° |
| Night-time low | 10° | 11° |
| Sea | 15° | 16° |
| Daylight | 12.4 h | 13.5 h |
What is the weather like in Piha in October?
In October, Piha is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 15.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.8 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 91 mm in total. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Piha.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 12 h 58 min06:39 – 19:37
- UV index
- 8 · very highclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 0 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 25 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 %47 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %34 %
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 Piha
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 Piha: score 64 against 16. In February, days are 6 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 6 °C warmer in February. February has 4 fewer rainy days. The sun shines an hour longer a day in February.
| Month | October | February |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 16 | 64better |
| Daytime high | 17° | 23° |
| Night-time low | 11° | 17° |
| Sea | 15.5° | 21.0° |
| Sunshine | 5.8 h | 6.9 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 13 | 9better |
| Rainfall | 91 mm | 74 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 0better | 4 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Piha month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
59January23° · Sea 20° · 7.4 h
In January, Piha is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 20.3 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.4 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 80 mm in total. All in all, January is a so-so month for a holiday in Piha.
Piha in January64February23° · Sea 21° · 6.9 h
In February, Piha is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 21.0 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.9 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 74 mm in total. All in all, February is a good month for a holiday in Piha.
Piha in February53March22° · Sea 20° · 6.5 h
In March, Piha is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 20.3 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 70 mm in total. All in all, March is a so-so month for a holiday in Piha.
Piha in March33April20° · Sea 19° · 5.4 h
In April, Piha is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 19.2 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 82 mm in total. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in Piha.
Piha in April17May18° · Sea 18° · 4.7 h
In May, Piha is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 17.6 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 4.7 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 101 mm in total. All in all, May is not an ideal month for a holiday in Piha.
Piha in May12June15° · Sea 16° · 4.2 h
In June, Piha is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 16.0 °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 104 mm in total. All in all, June is not an ideal month for a holiday in Piha.
Piha in June11July15° · Sea 15° · 4.6 h
In July, Piha is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 14.8 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.6 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 14 days, adding up to 122 mm. All in all, July is not an ideal month for a holiday in Piha.
Piha in July12August15° · Sea 14° · 5.1 h
In August, Piha is cool: daytime highs average 15 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 14.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.1 hours of sunshine a day. It rains often – on about 14 days, adding up to 109 mm. All in all, August is not an ideal month for a holiday in Piha.
Piha in August14September16° · Sea 15° · 5.3 h
In September, Piha is cool: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 14.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 14 rainy days and 108 mm in total. All in all, September is not an ideal month for a holiday in Piha.
Piha in September16October17° · Sea 16° · 5.8 h
In October, Piha is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 15.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.8 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 91 mm in total. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Piha.
Piha in October21November19° · Sea 17° · 6.3 h
In November, Piha is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 17.1 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 6.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 88 mm in total. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Piha.
Piha in November35December21° · Sea 19° · 6.3 h
In December, Piha is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 18.9 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 6.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 101 mm in total. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Piha.
Piha 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 Piha
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 August (8°), the warmest in February (17°). Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from December 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 | 59 | 23° | 16° | 20.3° | 7.4 h | 10 | 80 |
| FebruaryFeb | 64 | 23° | 17° | 21.0° | 6.9 h | 9 | 74 |
| MarchMar | 53 | 22° | 15° | 20.3° | 6.5 h | 9 | 70 |
| AprilApr | 33 | 20° | 14° | 19.2° | 5.4 h | 10 | 82 |
| MayMay | 17 | 18° | 12° | 17.6° | 4.7 h | 12 | 101 |
| JuneJun | 12 | 15° | 10° | 16.0° | 4.2 h | 12 | 104 |
| JulyJul | 11 | 15° | 8° | 14.8° | 4.6 h | 14 | 122 |
| AugustAug | 12 | 15° | 8° | 14.3° | 5.1 h | 14 | 109 |
| SeptemberSep | 14 | 16° | 9° | 14.6° | 5.3 h | 14 | 108 |
| OctoberOct | 16 | 17° | 11° | 15.5° | 5.8 h | 13 | 91 |
| NovemberNov | 21 | 19° | 12° | 17.1° | 6.3 h | 12 | 88 |
| DecemberDec | 35 | 21° | 15° | 18.9° | 6.3 h | 13 | 101 |
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 Piha
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 15.0 – 16.3 °C
Swimming season: Jan – Mar
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Piha ranges from 14.3 °C in August to 21.0 °C in February. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from January to March.
From June 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 20.2 and 22.1 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 20.3° | 19.1° | 21.5° | refreshing |
| FebruaryFeb | 21.0° | 20.2° | 22.1° | refreshing |
| MarchMar | 20.3° | 19.3° | 21.4° | refreshing |
| AprilApr | 19.2° | 18.5° | 19.8° | fresh |
| MayMay | 17.6° | 16.9° | 18.1° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 16.0° | 15.5° | 16.7° | cold |
| JulyJul | 14.8° | 14.1° | 15.4° | cold |
| AugustAug | 14.3° | 13.6° | 14.9° | cold |
| SeptemberSep | 14.6° | 14.0° | 15.0° | cold |
| OctoberOct | 15.5° | 15.0° | 16.3° | cold |
| NovemberNov | 17.1° | 16.1° | 18.1° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 18.9° | 18.1° | 20.2° | fresh |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Piha
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 5.8 of 13.0 hours of daylight in Piha, 45 % 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 Piha: 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, Piha has about 13 rainy days with 91 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Piha
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 10).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 15 min
- Fair skin
- about 20 min
- Light brown skin
- about 30 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 Piha
How breezy and how cloudy Piha 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 Piha typically peaks at 25 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 64 % of the sky over Piha: variable cloud, with about 5.8 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 Piha
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Piha 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.
Piha has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 47) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 12).
- 39
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 21 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 5.7 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 16
May half-term
May – Jun
Poor
- 17 °C by day
- Sea 17 °C
- 4.6 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 12
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Poor
- 15 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 4.9 h of sun a day
- 14 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 16
October half-term
Oct
Poor
- 17 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 5.8 h of sun a day
- 13 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 47
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
FairBest holidays
- 22 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 6.9 h of sun a day
- 11 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 35 min
- Distance
- 18,350 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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Piha vs Auckland
In October the holiday weather in Piha and Auckland is about equally good (score 16 vs 17). During the day Auckland is 1 °C warmer than Piha. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Piha | Auckland |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 16 | 17 |
| Daytime high | 17° | 18° |
| Sea | 16° | 16° |
| Sunshine | 6 h | 6 h |
| Rainy days | 13 | 13 |
| Best time | Feb | Oct – May |
Through the year
Best places in the country
New Zealand in October: the best places
In October, Piha ranks 25 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
- 25PihaThis page17°16°16
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Frequently asked questions about Piha
When is the best time to visit Piha?
The best time to visit Piha 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 Piha?
The sea temperature in Piha ranges from 14.3 °C in August to 21.0 °C in February. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from January to March.
Can you swim in Piha in October?
Only if you don't mind cold water: in October the sea averages just 15.5 °C. Comfortable swimming is possible from January to March.
What is the warmest month in Piha?
February is the warmest month, with average highs of 23 °C and nights around 17 °C. July is the coolest month at 15 °C.
When does it rain most in Piha?
Rain is frequent from June to October and in December; the wettest month is July with 122 mm. The driest month is March with 70 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Piha get?
Piha gets around 2,080 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is January with 7.4 hours a day; in June there are 4.2 hours a day.
What time zone is Piha in?
Piha is on UTC+13 in January and UTC+12 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Piha?
A nonstop flight from London to Piha takes about 22 h 35 min, for a straight-line distance of about 18,350 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Which school holidays are best for Piha?
Piha has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 47) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 12). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 39, May half-term 16, summer holidays 12, October half-term 16, Christmas holidays 47.