Napier Weather Forecast
Napier weather: 70°F, light showers. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in Napier?
Yes - rain is likely in Napier today.
A 94% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Over the next 7 days, about 0,2 in of precipitation is forecast, with the wettest days falling on Tue, Thu and Sat.
The next 7 days look unusually dry - roughly 33% of a normal October week (0,2 in against 0,5 in).
16-day forecast for Napier
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Oct 27 | 🌦️ Light showers | 77° / 55° | 94% · 0,1 in | 20 mph | 4 |
| Wed, Oct 28 | ☁️ Overcast | 70° / 51° | 14% | 15 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Oct 29 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 75° / 52° | 47% · 0,0 in | 21 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Oct 30 | ☁️ Overcast | 71° / 52° | 20% | 25 mph | 8 |
| Sat, Oct 31 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 65° / 49° | 41% · 0,0 in | 16 mph | 2 |
| Sun, Nov 1 | ☀️ Clear sky | 74° / 44° | 0% | 17 mph | 8 |
| Mon, Nov 2 | ☁️ Overcast | 73° / 54° | 2% | 15 mph | 7 |
| Tue, Nov 3 | ☁️ Overcast | 74° / 56° | 35% | 11 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Nov 4 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 69° / 54° | 45% | 11 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Nov 5 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 71° / 60° | 30% · 0,2 in | 14 mph | 7 |
| Fri, Nov 6 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 80° / 60° | 27% · 0,2 in | 15 mph | 9 |
| Sat, Nov 7 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 72° / 57° | 33% · 0,4 in | 11 mph | 6 |
| Sun, Nov 8 | ☁️ Overcast | 65° / 53° | 24% | 12 mph | 7 |
| Mon, Nov 9 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 66° / 55° | 24% · 0,1 in | 10 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Nov 10 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 81° / 57° | 27% | 13 mph | 9 |
| Wed, Nov 11 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 62° / 46° | 19% · 0,1 in | 12 mph | 7 |
What this means for Napier
Today is warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 77°F is 9°F above the 68°F typical for this month.
A 94% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Gusts to 38 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. 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
- Sunglasses, a brimmed hat and SPF 30+
- Layers - the daily swing is 65°F, so mornings feel nothing like afternoons
- A packable rain shell - 3 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 38 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 70°F (21°C) with light showers. Humidity is 59% and wind is 10 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 7:21 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 27, 2026 at 7:21 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
