The Tongariro Crossing in New Zealand
It is called the most beautiful walk in New Zealand, the Tongariro Crossing. The official hiking season starts late October until end of April.
Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Paraparaumu Beach.
Temperatures in Paraparaumu Beach, Wellington, New Zealand, shift moderately through the seasons. The warmest month is February at 20°C (68°F), and the coolest is July at 12°C (54°F).
Rainfall is high, totalling around 1555 mm (61 in) per year. October is the wettest month and March the driest. The sunniest month is January, with 7.8 hours of sunshine per day on average.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Paraparaumu Beach - and find the best time to visit.
The weather in Paraparaumu Beach changes moderately throughout the year, offering enough variation to appreciate each season. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 20°C (68°F) in February, the warmest time of the year, to a moderate 12°C (54°F) during cooler months like July.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 15°C (59°F) in February to around 8°C (46°F) during July.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Paraparaumu Beach has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1555 mm (61 in) of rainfall per year. While rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. October brings wetter days averaging 158 mm (6.2 in) of precipitation, spread over 16 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month March experiences a drier climate, with about 96 mm (3.8 in) of rainfall spread across 12 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Paraparaumu Beach Precipitation page.
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Paraparaumu Beach. While January receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 7.8 hours, June marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 3.5 hours of sunlight per day.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
The city experiences its highest humidity in June, reaching 86%. In January, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 79%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
February and March typically offer the most optimal weather in Paraparaumu Beach. In contrast, June, July, August and September tend to have less optimal conditions.
Daytime highs range from 12°C (54°F) in July to 20°C (68°F) in February. Nighttime lows range from 8°C (46°F) to 15°C (59°F).
Annual rainfall is around 1555 mm (61 in). October is the wettest month with 158 mm (6.2 in), while March is the driest with 96 mm (3.8 in).
Paraparaumu Beach receives around 2,040 hours of sunshine per year. January is the sunniest month with 234 hours, while June is the cloudiest with just 106 hours. Overall, Paraparaumu Beach enjoys abundant sunshine.
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