Piha Beach Travel Guide
Piha Beach travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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 (14°C) in Piha Beach with light drizzle. It feels like 54°F. Today runs from 54°F to 62°F. Chance of precipitation is 45%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.1/10 - good conditions.
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 about average for October. The forecast high of 62°F is in line with the 63°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. fishing is the strongest bet in Piha Beach today at 8.9/10. 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 Piha Beach
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 36°57′19.1″S 174°28′5.5″E (-36.9553, 174.4682)
Weather in Piha Beach right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 5:49 PM, Oct 3 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌧️ 62° / 54°
Heavy drizzle · 45% rain · wind 13 mph
🌦️ 61° / 49°
Light drizzle · 90% rain · wind 14 mph
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 | 5:49 PM (UTC+13:00) |
| Best months | February |
| Climate | Temperate |
Things to do in Piha Beach
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Piha Beach.
Best time to visit Piha Beach
Go in February. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: April, July and August - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- Layers - the daily swing is 56°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- 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 1.8 m.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid April, July and August - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near Piha Beach
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auckland Airport | AKL | 18 mi | Auckland |
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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 (14°C) with light drizzle. Humidity is 82% 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, 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 5:49 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 3, 2026 at 5:49 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
