Waihi Beach Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

The climate in Waihi Beach 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 17°C (63°F) in February to around 10°C (50°F) during July.

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Temperature ranges by month

Waihi Beach has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1352 mm (53 in) of rainfall per year. While rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. July brings wetter days averaging 142 mm (5.6 in) of precipitation, spread over 16 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month January experiences a drier climate, with about 82 mm (3.2 in) of rainfall spread across 12 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Waihi Beach 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 Waihi Beach. While January receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 8.7 hours, June marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 4.6 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Daily percentage of sunshine

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Waihi Beach.

The city experiences its highest humidity in June, reaching 86%. In November, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 73%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year