Piha Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

The climate in Piha experiences moderate temperature changes, with mild shifts between seasons. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 23°C (73°F) in February, the warmest time of the year, to a moderate 15°C (59°F) during cooler months like July.

At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 19°C (66°F) in February to around 11°C (52°F) during July.

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Temperature ranges by month

Piha experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1211 mm (48 in) of precipitation annually. While rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. July brings wetter days averaging 136 mm (5.4 in) of precipitation, spread over 20 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month March experiences a drier climate, with about 74 mm (2.9 in) of rainfall spread across 13 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Piha Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Piha. 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.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Daily percentage of sunshine

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