Hawke's Bay Weather Forecast
Hawke's Bay weather: 62°F, clear sky. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Hawke's Bay weather in May
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Climate in Hawke's Bay 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° | 59° | 5,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 74° | 59° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 71° | 55° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 68° | 53° | 3,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 62° | 47° | 2,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 59° | 46° | 4,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 56° | 43° | 3,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 57° | 42° | 1,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 64° | 47° | 2,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 68° | 51° | 2,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 70° | 55° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 75° | 60° | 4,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit Hawke's Bay
Go in February, March, October, November and December. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: June, 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
- If your dates are flexible, avoid June, July and August - historically the least comfortable months here.
How Hawke's Bay compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Hawke's Bay.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taupo | 72 mi | 54°F | 37°F cooler | 50 in |
| Lake Taupo | 73 mi | 55°F | 36°F cooler | 61 in |
| Tongariro National Park | 73 mi | 28°F | 62°F cooler | 108 in |
| Manawatu-Whanganui | 78 mi | 54°F | 37°F cooler | 51 in |
| Gisborne | 83 mi | 58°F | about the same | 50 in |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Hawke's Bay?
Hawke's Bay is a region in New Zealand. Its coordinates are -39.4928, 176.912. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in Hawke's Bay right now?
It is currently 62°F (17°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 44% and wind is 10 mph.
When is the best time to visit Hawke's Bay?
February, March, October, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Hawke's Bay, which has a temperate climate. June, July and August are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Hawke's Bay in?
Hawke's Bay observes Pacific/Auckland (UTC+12:00). The local time is 10:04 AM.
How many people live in Hawke's Bay?
Hawke's Bay has a population of approximately 180.000.
What is the nearest airport to Hawke's Bay?
The closest airports are Auckland Airport (AKL), 207 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Hawke's Bay?
Popular options include Lake Taupo, Tongariro National Park, North Island, Hobbiton Movie Set and Piha Beach.
What places are in Hawke's Bay?
Hawke's Bay covers 1 places in this atlas, including Napier.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (nz-regions) - 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 10:04 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
