Napier Weather Forecast
Napier weather: 50°F, light drizzle. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
14-day forecast for Napier
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Oct 3 | 🌧️ Showers | 64° / 48° | 100% · 0,4 in | 17 mph | 5 |
| Sun, Oct 4 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 55° / 47° | 31% · 0,0 in | 14 mph | 5 |
| Mon, Oct 5 | ☁️ Overcast | 56° / 43° | 0% | 9 mph | 7 |
| Tue, Oct 6 | ☁️ Overcast | 61° / 38° | 0% | 13 mph | 7 |
| Wed, Oct 7 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 64° / 47° | 4% | 11 mph | 7 |
| Thu, Oct 8 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 62° / 52° | 47% · 0,1 in | 12 mph | 6 |
| Fri, Oct 9 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 62° / 55° | 51% · 0,1 in | 11 mph | 6 |
| Sat, Oct 10 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 62° / 55° | 41% · 0,0 in | 12 mph | 7 |
| Sun, Oct 11 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 60° / 55° | 39% · 0,2 in | 10 mph | 6 |
| Mon, Oct 12 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 69° / 51° | 27% | 10 mph | 7 |
| Tue, Oct 13 | ☁️ Overcast | 65° / 50° | 20% | 9 mph | 7 |
| Wed, Oct 14 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 65° / 52° | 24% | 8 mph | 6 |
| Thu, Oct 15 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 71° / 53° | 39% | 13 mph | 1 |
| Fri, Oct 16 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 76° / 58° | 34% · 0,0 in | 13 mph | 2 |
The two-week trend
Warming. The second half of the window averages 39°F warmer than the days immediately ahead.
The window averages 64°F against a October normal of 68°F - 36°F below.
Rainfall over the next 7 days is close to normal for October (0,6 in against a typical 0,5 in).
What this means for Napier
Today is slightly cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 64°F is 3.8°F below the 68°F typical for this month.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives. Around 0,4 in is forecast, which is enough to soak trails and slow traffic.
Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Southern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in December to February.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 50°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- A packable rain shell - 3 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid June, July and August - historically the least comfortable months here.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Napier?
Napier is a city in Hawke's Bay. Its coordinates are -39.4928, 176.912. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in Napier right now?
It is currently 50°F (10°C) with light drizzle. Humidity is 92% and wind is 9 mph.
When is the best time to visit Napier?
February, March, October, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Napier, which has a temperate climate. June, July and August are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Napier in?
Napier observes Pacific/Auckland (UTC+13:00). The local time is 9:00 PM.
How many people live in Napier?
Napier has a population of approximately 68.000.
What is the nearest airport to Napier?
The closest airports are Auckland Airport (AKL), 207 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Napier?
Popular options include Lake Taupo, Tongariro National Park, North Island, Hobbiton Movie Set and Piha Beach.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-supported) - 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 October 3, 2026 at 9:00 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
