Paihia Weather Forecast
Paihia weather: 62°F, mainly clear. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Paihia weather in May
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Climate in Paihia 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 | 75° | 61° | 5,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 76° | 61° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 74° | 58° | 3,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 69° | 58° | 9,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 65° | 54° | 3,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 63° | 51° | 4,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 61° | 49° | 5,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 60° | 47° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 64° | 50° | 4,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 66° | 53° | 5,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 70° | 56° | 3,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 74° | 60° | 3,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit Paihia
Go in February, March, November and December. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: April, June and July - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- A packable rain shell - 3 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid April, June and July - historically the least comfortable months here.
How Paihia compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Paihia.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ponsonby | 114 mi | 61°F | about the same | 51 in |
| Auckland Region | 115 mi | 61°F | about the same | 52 in |
| Auckland | 115 mi | 61°F | about the same | 52 in |
| Mission Bay | 116 mi | 61°F | about the same | 51 in |
| Piha Beach | 117 mi | 60°F | 33°F cooler | 59 in |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Paihia?
Paihia is a city in Northland. Its coordinates are -35.2825, 174.0913. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in Paihia right now?
It is currently 62°F (17°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 66% and wind is 8 mph.
When is the best time to visit Paihia?
February, March, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Paihia, which has a temperate climate. April, June and July are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Paihia in?
Paihia observes Pacific/Auckland (UTC+12:00). The local time is 1:36 PM.
How many people live in Paihia?
Paihia has a population of approximately 1.800.
What is the nearest airport to Paihia?
The closest airports are Auckland Airport (AKL), 125 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Paihia?
Popular options include Piha Beach, Hobbiton Movie Set and North Island.
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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 August 27, 2026 at 1:36 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
