Hawke's Bay Weather Forecast
Hawke's Bay weather: 44°F, clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Risk assessment for Hawke's Bay
Derived from the current forecast window - not an official warning.
Peak gusts of 41 mph and 0 thunderstorm days in the next 16 days.
Wettest single day forecast at 0,5 in, 1,1 in across the window. Flash flooding risk rises sharply above 50 mm in a day.
16-day forecast for Hawke's Bay
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Oct 6 | ☁️ Overcast | 61° / 39° | 0% | 12 mph | 7 |
| Wed, Oct 7 | ☁️ Overcast | 63° / 45° | 15% | 9 mph | 7 |
| Thu, Oct 8 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 60° / 54° | 65% · 0,2 in | 11 mph | 7 |
| Fri, Oct 9 | 🌦️ Light rain | 58° / 54° | 45% · 0,5 in | 10 mph | 7 |
| Sat, Oct 10 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 61° / 54° | 55% · 0,1 in | 12 mph | 7 |
| Sun, Oct 11 | ☁️ Overcast | 64° / 50° | 31% | 8 mph | 7 |
| Mon, Oct 12 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 63° / 50° | 51% | 9 mph | 6 |
| Tue, Oct 13 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 69° / 50° | 22% | 5 mph | 5 |
| Wed, Oct 14 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 74° / 56° | 23% | 9 mph | 5 |
| Thu, Oct 15 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 75° / 57° | 31% · 0,1 in | 11 mph | 2 |
| Fri, Oct 16 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 73° / 57° | 55% · 0,2 in | 16 mph | 1 |
| Sat, Oct 17 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 55° / 50° | 42% · 0,0 in | 12 mph | 7 |
| Sun, Oct 18 | ☁️ Overcast | 57° / 47° | 26% | 12 mph | 8 |
| Mon, Oct 19 | ☁️ Overcast | 59° / 54° | 24% | 14 mph | 7 |
| Tue, Oct 20 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 71° / 53° | 13% · 0,0 in | 10 mph | 7 |
| Wed, Oct 21 | ☀️ Clear sky | -- / -- | 15% | -- | — |
What this means for Hawke's Bay
Today is slightly cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 61°F is 6.7°F below the 68°F typical for this month.
Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Southern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in December to February.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 50°F.
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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 44°F (7°C) with clear. Humidity is 88% and wind is 3 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 5:47 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 6, 2026 at 5:47 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
