Waiheke Island Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Temperatures in Waiheke Island experience a moderate degree of variance through the seasons.
Days can be warm, while the cooler months tend
to be mild.
It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation.
Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The weather in Waiheke Island changes moderately throughout the year, offering enough variation to appreciate each season. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 23°C in February, the warmest time of the year, to a moderate 15°C during cooler months like August.
At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around 11°C during these months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Waiheke Island has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1156 mm of rainfall per year. While rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. July brings wetter days averaging 123 mm of precipitation, spread over 17 rainy days. In contrast, January experiences a drier climate, with about 71 mm of rainfall spread across 10 rainy days.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
Sunshine over the year
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Waiheke Island. While January receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 7.7 hours, June marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 3.9 hours of sunlight per day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The city experiences its highest humidity in June, reaching 89%. In November, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 77%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Waiheke Island in New Zealand
During the months of January, February, March, April and December you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
February has an average maximum temperature of 23°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is August with an average maximum temperature of 15°C.
July tops the wettest month list with 123 mm of rainfall.
January is the driest month with 71 mm of precipitation.
January is the sunniest month with an average of 230 hours of sunshine.
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