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☁️ 65°F now🕔 3:05 PM local📅 Best: February, March, November and December👥 1.800

Summary

Paihia is a city in Northland. Paihia is known for Bay of Islands and Waitangi. It has a population of about 1.800.

Right now it is 65°F (18°C) in Paihia with overcast. It feels like 63°F. Today runs from 48°F to 66°F. Chance of precipitation is 18%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.2/10 - excellent - go now.

The best time to visit Paihia is February, March, November and December. The climate is temperate. April, July and August tend to be the least comfortable months. February is the warmest month with average highs near 76°F, while August is the coldest with lows near 48°F.

The closest major airport is Auckland Airport (AKL), about 125 mi away. Nearby highlights include Piha Beach, Hobbiton Movie Set and North Island.

In plain terms. Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 66°F is in line with the 66°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 12 PM to 3 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Paihia today at 9.3/10. 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.

Map of Paihia

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Coordinates: 35°16′57″S 174°5′28.7″E (-35.2825, 174.0913)

Quick facts about Paihia

TypeCity
RegionNorthland
CountryNew Zealand
ContinentOceania
Coordinates35°16′57″S 174°5′28.7″E (-35.2825, 174.0913)
Population1.800
Known forBay of Islands and Waitangi
Local time3:05 PM (UTC+13:00)
Best monthsFebruary, March, November and December
ClimateTemperate

Getting to Paihia

By air
By road, from nearby cities
  • Auckland · 115 mi · roughly 2.6 h driving
  • Rotorua · 231 mi · roughly 5.3 h driving

Distances are straight-line; driving times assume a 70 km/h average and no traffic.

Airports near Paihia

Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.

AirportCodeDistanceServes
Auckland AirportAKL125 miAuckland

Things to do in Paihia

Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Paihia.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Paihia?

Paihia is a city in Northland. Its coordinates are -35.2825, 174.0913. It lies in Oceania.

What is the weather like in Paihia right now?

It is currently 65°F (18°C) with overcast. Humidity is 62% and wind is 7 mph.

When is the best time to visit Paihia?

February, March, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Paihia, which has a temperate climate. April, July and August are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Paihia in?

Paihia observes Pacific/Auckland (UTC+13:00). The local time is 3:05 PM.

How many people live in Paihia?

Paihia has a population of approximately 1.800.

What is the nearest airport to Paihia?

The closest airports are Auckland Airport (AKL), 125 mi away.

What are the top things to do in Paihia?

Popular options include Piha Beach, Hobbiton Movie Set and North Island.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-supported) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
Map tilesOpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri.
ElevationOpen-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value.
MethodScores, 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 2, 2026 at 3:05 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

Davil Hofile
Written byWriter at USPOTUS

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