Geography of Piha Beach
Geography of Piha Beach: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Piha Beach
Ponsonby is 17 mi to the north-east, Auckland Airport is 18 mi to the east, Auckland is 18 mi to the north-east and Mission Bay is 21 mi to the east.
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Coordinates: 36°57′19.1″S 174°28′5.5″E (-36.9553, 174.4682)
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 | 4:51 PM (UTC+13:00) |
| Best months | February |
| Climate | Temperate |
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 54°F (12°C) in Piha Beach with mainly clear. It feels like 51°F. Today runs from 53°F to 60°F. Chance of precipitation is 94%. Sightseeing conditions score 5.9/10 - fair - plan around the weather.
The best time to visit Piha Beach is February. The climate is temperate. April, July and August 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 49°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 slightly cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 60°F is 3.2°F below the 63°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 5 PM to 8 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Piha Beach today at 8.3/10. Gusts to 38 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
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° | 60° | 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° | 49° | 5,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 60° | 53° | 4,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 63° | 54° | 6,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 67° | 57° | 4,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 71° | 61° | 5,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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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 54°F (12°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 79% and wind is 8 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, July and August are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Piha Beach in?
Piha Beach observes Pacific/Auckland (UTC+13:00). The local time is 4:51 PM.
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. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 October 1, 2026 at 4:51 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
