AI-generatedWarkworth at a glance
- Best time
- Jan – Mar
- Warmest month
- Feb · 24°
- Warmest sea
- Feb · 21.3°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,270 h
- Rain a year
- 1,061 mm
- Climate
- Subtropical
- Time zone
- UTC+13 / UTC+12
- Elevation
- 23 m
Climate in Warkworth
Warkworth has a subtropical climate with warm summers and mild winters. February is the warmest month with average highs of 24 °C, while July is the coolest at 16 °C. With around 2,270 hours of sunshine a year, Warkworth is sunny; January is the sunniest month with 8.4 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Warkworth
The best time to visit Warkworth is from January to March. 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 October to June. Rain is frequent from July to September; the wettest month is July with 120 mm.
Warkworth through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Warkworth in spring
Sep – Nov
Poor
- 17–20 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 6.6 h of sun a day
- 35 rainy days in all
Warkworth in summer
Dec – Feb
Good
- 22–24 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 7.8 h of sun a day
- 29 rainy days in all
Warkworth in autumn
Mar – May
Fair
- 19–23 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 5.7 h of sun a day
- 30 rainy days in all
Warkworth in winter
Jun – Aug
Poor
- 16–17 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 4.7 h of sun a day
- 38 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Feb
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 15°
- Night, 23:00: about 14°
06:3819:36
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 19:01–19:52
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:12–06:22 · evening 19:52–20:02
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 Warkworth 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 sea warms from 15° to 16°. The days get 1.1 h longer.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 18° | 19° |
| Night-time low | 11° | 12° |
| Sea | 15° | 16° |
| Daylight | 12.4 h | 13.5 h |
What is the weather like in Warkworth in October?
In October, Warkworth is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 15.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 77 mm in total. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Warkworth.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 12 h 57 min06:38 – 19:36
- 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
- 63 %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 %58 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %46 %
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 Warkworth
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 Warkworth: score 71 against 21. In February, days are 6 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 6 °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 | 21 | 71better |
| Daytime high | 18° | 24° |
| Night-time low | 11° | 17° |
| Sea | 15.6° | 21.3° |
| Sunshine | 6.5 h | 7.2 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 12 | 9better |
| Rainfall | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Muggy days | 0better | 5 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Warkworth month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
68January23° · Sea 20° · 8.4 h
In January, Warkworth is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 20.4 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 8.4 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 74 mm in total. All in all, January is a good month for a holiday in Warkworth.
Warkworth in January71February24° · Sea 21° · 7.2 h
In February, Warkworth is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 21.3 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.2 hours a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 75 mm. All in all, February is a good month for a holiday in Warkworth.
Warkworth in February61March23° · Sea 21° · 6.8 h
In March, Warkworth is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 20.8 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 6.8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 71 mm. All in all, March is a good month for a holiday in Warkworth.
Warkworth in March40April21° · Sea 20° · 5.5 h
In April, Warkworth is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 19.7 °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 83 mm in total. All in all, April is a so-so month for a holiday in Warkworth.
Warkworth in April20May19° · Sea 18° · 4.9 h
In May, Warkworth is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 18.1 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 4.9 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 96 mm in total. All in all, May is not an ideal month for a holiday in Warkworth.
Warkworth in May14June17° · Sea 16° · 4.3 h
In June, Warkworth is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 16.4 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 100 mm in total. All in all, June is not an ideal month for a holiday in Warkworth.
Warkworth in June12July16° · Sea 15° · 4.5 h
In July, Warkworth is cool: 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 4.5 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 120 mm in total. All in all, July is not an ideal month for a holiday in Warkworth.
Warkworth in July14August16° · Sea 14° · 5.4 h
In August, Warkworth is cool: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 14.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.4 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 14 rainy days and 102 mm in total. All in all, August is not an ideal month for a holiday in Warkworth.
Warkworth in August18September17° · Sea 15° · 5.9 h
In September, Warkworth is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 14.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 5.9 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 13 rainy days and 94 mm in total. All in all, September is not an ideal month for a holiday in Warkworth.
Warkworth in September21October18° · Sea 16° · 6.5 h
In October, Warkworth is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 15.6 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 6.5 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 12 rainy days and 77 mm in total. All in all, October is not an ideal month for a holiday in Warkworth.
Warkworth in October30November20° · Sea 17° · 7.4 h
In November, Warkworth is mild: daytime highs average 20 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 17.2 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 7.4 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 76 mm in total. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in Warkworth.
Warkworth in November49December22° · Sea 19° · 7.7 h
In December, Warkworth is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 19.0 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 7.7 hours a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 95 mm in total. All in all, December is a so-so month for a holiday in Warkworth.
Warkworth 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 Warkworth
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 (9°), the warmest in February (17°). Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from December to April.
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 | 68 | 23° | 17° | 20.4° | 8.4 h | 9 | 74 |
| FebruaryFeb | 71 | 24° | 17° | 21.3° | 7.2 h | 9 | 75 |
| MarchMar | 61 | 23° | 16° | 20.8° | 6.8 h | 9 | 71 |
| AprilApr | 40 | 21° | 15° | 19.7° | 5.5 h | 10 | 83 |
| MayMay | 20 | 19° | 13° | 18.1° | 4.9 h | 11 | 96 |
| JuneJun | 14 | 17° | 10° | 16.4° | 4.3 h | 11 | 100 |
| JulyJul | 12 | 16° | 9° | 15.0° | 4.5 h | 13 | 120 |
| AugustAug | 14 | 16° | 9° | 14.3° | 5.4 h | 14 | 102 |
| SeptemberSep | 18 | 17° | 10° | 14.6° | 5.9 h | 13 | 94 |
| OctoberOct | 21 | 18° | 11° | 15.6° | 6.5 h | 12 | 77 |
| NovemberNov | 30 | 20° | 13° | 17.2° | 7.4 h | 11 | 76 |
| DecemberDec | 49 | 22° | 15° | 19.0° | 7.7 h | 11 | 95 |
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 Warkworth
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 Warkworth ranges from 14.3 °C in August to 21.3 °C in February. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from January to March.
The sea temperature varies from year to year: in February, eight out of ten years were between 20.5 and 22.3 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 20.4° | 19.2° | 21.6° | refreshing |
| FebruaryFeb | 21.3° | 20.5° | 22.3° | refreshing |
| MarchMar | 20.8° | 20.0° | 21.7° | refreshing |
| AprilApr | 19.7° | 19.0° | 20.4° | fresh |
| MayMay | 18.1° | 17.5° | 18.6° | fresh |
| JuneJun | 16.4° | 15.7° | 16.9° | cold |
| JulyJul | 15.0° | 14.3° | 15.7° | cold |
| AugustAug | 14.3° | 13.7° | 14.8° | cold |
| SeptemberSep | 14.6° | 14.1° | 15.2° | cold |
| OctoberOct | 15.6° | 15.0° | 16.3° | cold |
| NovemberNov | 17.2° | 16.3° | 18.2° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 19.0° | 18.2° | 20.3° | fresh |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Warkworth
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 13.0 hours of daylight in Warkworth, 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 Warkworth: 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, Warkworth has about 12 rainy days with 77 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Warkworth
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 Warkworth
How breezy and how cloudy Warkworth 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 Warkworth 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 63 % of the sky over Warkworth: 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.
Heat & humidity
Heat and humidity in Warkworth
How often the day gets hot in Warkworth (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, Warkworth has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 18 °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 Warkworth
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Warkworth 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.
Warkworth has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 59) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 13).
- 46
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Fair
- 21 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 5.9 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 19
May half-term
May – Jun
Poor
- 18 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 4.8 h of sun a day
- 11 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 13
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Poor
- 16 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 5.1 h of sun a day
- 13 rainy days a month
Keep in mind: Frequent rain
- 21
October half-term
Oct
Poor
- 18 °C by day
- Sea 16 °C
- 6.5 h of sun a day
- 12 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 59
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
FairBest holidays
- 23 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 8.1 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 22 h 35 min
- Distance
- 18,300 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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Warkworth vs Auckland
In October the holiday weather in Warkworth and Auckland is about equally good (score 21 vs 20). During the day it is about as warm in Auckland as in Warkworth. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Warkworth | Auckland |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 21 | 20 |
| Daytime high | 18° | 18° |
| Sea | 16° | 16° |
| Sunshine | 7 h | 7 h |
| Rainy days | 12 | 13 |
| Best time | Jan – Mar | Nov – Apr |
Through the year
Best places in the country
New Zealand in October: the best places
In October, Warkworth ranks 22 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
- Hastings19°83
- 2Blenheim18°74
- 3Tauranga18°16°73
- 4Christchurch17°73
- 5Auckland18°16°72
- 6Matamata18°69
- 7Hamilton18°67
- 8Rotorua17°65
- 22WarkworthThis page18°16°21
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Frequently asked questions about Warkworth
When is the best time to visit Warkworth?
The best time to visit Warkworth 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 Warkworth?
The sea temperature in Warkworth ranges from 14.3 °C in August to 21.3 °C in February. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from January to March.
Can you swim in Warkworth in October?
Only if you don't mind cold water: in October the sea averages just 15.6 °C. Comfortable swimming is possible from January to March.
What is the warmest month in Warkworth?
February is the warmest month, with average highs of 24 °C and nights around 17 °C. July is the coolest month at 16 °C.
When does it rain most in Warkworth?
Rain is frequent from July to September; the wettest month is July with 120 mm. The driest month is March with 71 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Warkworth get?
Warkworth gets around 2,270 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is January with 8.4 hours a day; in June there are 4.3 hours a day.
What time zone is Warkworth in?
Warkworth is on UTC+13 in January and UTC+12 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Warkworth?
A nonstop flight from London to Warkworth takes about 22 h 35 min, for a straight-line distance of about 18,300 km. Most routes need a change of planes, which adds time.
Which school holidays are best for Warkworth?
Warkworth has its best school-holiday weather during the Christmas holidays (score 59) and its weakest during the summer holidays (score 13). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 46, May half-term 19, summer holidays 13, October half-term 21, Christmas holidays 59.