Hawke's Bay Weather Forecast
Hawke's Bay weather: 54°F, clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in Hawke's Bay?
Yes - rain is likely in Hawke's Bay today.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives. Around 0,5 in is forecast, which is enough to soak trails and slow traffic.
Over the next 7 days, about 0,7 in of precipitation is forecast, with the wettest days falling on Sat.
Rainfall over the next 7 days is close to normal for October (0,7 in against a typical 0,5 in).
16-day forecast for Hawke's Bay
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat, Oct 3 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 66° / 48° | 100% · 0,5 in | 18 mph | 5 |
| Sun, Oct 4 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 55° / 47° | 31% · 0,0 in | 12 mph | 4 |
| Mon, Oct 5 | ☁️ Overcast | 57° / 44° | 0% | 8 mph | 7 |
| Tue, Oct 6 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 61° / 40° | 0% | 10 mph | 7 |
| Wed, Oct 7 | ☁️ Overcast | 65° / 50° | 4% | 11 mph | 7 |
| Thu, Oct 8 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 64° / 49° | 20% · 0,1 in | 10 mph | 4 |
| Fri, Oct 9 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 62° / 55° | 24% · 0,0 in | 9 mph | 3 |
| Sat, Oct 10 | ☁️ Overcast | 65° / 53° | 19% | 13 mph | 7 |
| Sun, Oct 11 | ☁️ Overcast | 74° / 55° | 16% | 14 mph | 3 |
| Mon, Oct 12 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 66° / 51° | 16% · 0,0 in | 15 mph | 3 |
| Tue, Oct 13 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 62° / 42° | 18% | 12 mph | 7 |
| Wed, Oct 14 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 75° / 52° | 24% | 14 mph | 6 |
| Thu, Oct 15 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 79° / 53° | 34% · 0,2 in | 14 mph | 5 |
| Fri, Oct 16 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 59° / 47° | 33% · 0,1 in | 11 mph | 4 |
| Sat, Oct 17 | ☁️ Overcast | 63° / 42° | 11% | 8 mph | 6 |
| Sun, Oct 18 | ☀️ Clear sky | -- / -- | 26% | -- | — |
What this means for Hawke's Bay
Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 66°F is in line with the 68°F typical for this month.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives. Around 0,5 in is forecast, which is enough to soak trails and slow traffic.
Gusts to 33 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
- 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 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 54°F (12°C) with clear. Humidity is 63% and wind is 11 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+13:00). The local time is 5:54 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 October 3, 2026 at 5:54 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
