Best Time to Visit Piha Beach
Best time to visit Piha Beach: February. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Piha Beach
Go in February. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: April, June and July - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Piha Beach month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73° | 62° | 6,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 73° | 62° | 2,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 70° | 59° | 3,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 67° | 58° | 6,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 63° | 53° | 3,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 61° | 52° | 5,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 58° | 49° | 6,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 58° | 48° | 3,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 61° | 53° | 5,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 63° | 54° | 6,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 67° | 57° | 4,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 71° | 60° | 5,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Piha Beach compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Piha Beach.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ponsonby | 17 mi | 61°F | about the same | 51 in |
| Auckland Airport | 18 mi | 60°F | about the same | 52 in |
| Auckland | 18 mi | 61°F | about the same | 52 in |
| Mission Bay | 21 mi | 61°F | about the same | 51 in |
| Waikato | 73 mi | 58°F | 34°F cooler | 49 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- A packable rain shell - 3 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid swimming outside patrolled areas - waves are running at 2.9 m.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid April, June and July - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Piha Beach is a beach in Auckland Region. Piha Beach is a beach known for black sand and Lion Rock.
Right now it is 58°F (15°C) in Piha Beach with mainly clear. It feels like 52°F. Today runs from 53°F to 60°F. Chance of precipitation is 6%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.1/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Piha Beach is February. The climate is temperate. April, June and July tend to be the least comfortable months. February is the warmest month with average highs near 73°F, while August is the coldest with lows near 48°F.
The closest major airport is Auckland Airport (AKL), about 18 mi away. Nearby highlights include Hobbiton Movie Set, North Island, Lake Taupo and Tongariro National Park.
In plain terms. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 60°F is in line with the 58°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 1 PM to 4 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. photography is the strongest bet in Piha Beach today at 9.6/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Piha Beach right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 10:11 AM, Aug 25 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 62° / 52°
Drizzle · 47% rain · wind 8 mph
🌦️ 58° / 51°
Light drizzle · 44% rain · wind 18 mph
Things to do in Piha Beach
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Piha Beach.
Quick facts about Piha Beach
| Type | Beach |
|---|---|
| Region | Auckland Region |
| Country | New Zealand |
| Continent | Oceania |
| Coordinates | 36°57′19.1″S 174°28′5.5″E (-36.9553, 174.4682) |
| Known for | black sand and Lion Rock |
| Local time | 10:11 AM (UTC+12:00) |
| Best months | February |
| Climate | Temperate |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Piha Beach?
Piha Beach is a beach in Auckland Region. Its coordinates are -36.9553, 174.4682. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in Piha Beach right now?
It is currently 58°F (15°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 59% and wind is 12 mph.
When is the best time to visit Piha Beach?
February offer the most comfortable conditions in Piha Beach, which has a temperate climate. April, June and July are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Piha Beach in?
Piha Beach observes Pacific/Auckland (UTC+12:00). The local time is 10:11 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Piha Beach?
The closest airports are Auckland Airport (AKL), 18 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Piha Beach?
Popular options include Hobbiton Movie Set, North Island, Lake Taupo and Tongariro National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (beaches) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 25, 2026 at 10:11 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
