Napier Weather Forecast
Napier weather: 54°F, clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Climate in Napier 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 | 58° | 44° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 64° | 47° | 2,2 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 Napier
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.
Recent extremes in Napier
Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How Napier compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Napier.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taupo | 72 mi | 54°F | 37°F cooler | 49 in |
| Lake Taupo | 73 mi | 55°F | 36°F cooler | 61 in |
| Tongariro National Park | 73 mi | 28°F | 63°F cooler | 109 in |
| Manawatu-Whanganui | 78 mi | 54°F | 37°F cooler | 49 in |
| Gisborne | 83 mi | 58°F | about the same | 50 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 33 mph.
- 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 54°F (12°C) with clear. Humidity is 63% and wind is 11 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 2:42 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 2:42 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
