The average temperature for the week of 19 August 2024 - 25 August 2024 was 17 °C (63 °F) during the day and 8 °C (46 °F) during the night. The current temperatures are roughly same as the long-term average for Paihia, with the daily and nighttime temperatures being 16 °C (61 °F) and 8 °C (46 °F), respectively. On average, the temperatures during various times of day (in local time) were recorded as: 7am 10 °C (50 °F), 10am 14 °C (57 °F), 1pm 16 °C (61 °F), 4pm 15 °C (59 °F), 7pm 12 °C (54 °F), 10pm 11 °C (52 °F).

During this week: 5 days without rain and 2 days with moderate rain were observed. The total precipitation for the week in Paihia was 8 mm (0.31 in), which is below the area's average of 31 mm (1.22 in). From dawn to dusk, there was an average of 56 % cloud coverage during the day.

An average wind speed of 3.0 m/s was recorded. Prevailing wind direction(s) was South-West. The air pressure varied between 997 hpa and 1032 hpa. The air in Paihia had an average humidity of 83 %.

During the daytime (from dawn to dusk), there were in average: 3 hours clear skies, 4 hours partially overcast skies, 3.5 hours overcast skies and 1 hour rainy weather. On average, the time of sunrise was 06:56, and the time of sunset was 17:56.

Weather overview

Paihia (New Zealand) in general has a hot climate. The day temperatures range from 16 °C (60 °F) in July to 24 °C (75 °F) in February. Temperatures during the night go from 8 °C (47 °F) in July to 15 °C (60 °F) in February. The driest month is January with just 7 days of rain, on the contrary, the month when it rains the most is July with 14 days of rain.

January weather

The rise of the day temperature can be observed, with its value being 23 °C (74 °F) in Paihia, and the night temperature rises similarly to the previous month as well, with its value being 15 °C (58 °F). The tourist season continues this month. The minimum of the number of rainy days is observable, the value of this measure is 7 days. The maximum of the number of sun hours (without clouds) is observable, its value is 7 hours.

February weather

The maximum of the day temperature is observable in Paihia, and the maximum of the night temperature is observable as well, with its value being 15 °C (60 °F). The tourist season is close to its peak. The number of rainy days starts to rise, its value is 8 days, and the rainfall amount starts to rise as well, with its value of 92 mm (3.63 in).

March weather

The tourist season is taking place in Paihia. The beginning of the descent of the day temperature could be noticed, and the night temperature starts to descent too, with its value of 14 °C (58 °F). The rise of the rainfall amount can be observed, with its value being 107 mm (4.20 in). The descent of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed.

April weather

The tourist season continues in Paihia. The day temperature descents similarly to the previous month, its value is 21 °C (69 °F), and the descent of the night temperature can be observed too, with its value of 13 °C (55 °F). The number of rainy days starts to rise, with its value of 10 days, on the contrary the rainfall amount starts to descent, with its value of 93 mm (3.65 in).

May weather

The tourist season is close to its peak in Paihia. The descent of the day temperature can be observed, the value of this measure is 19 °C (65 °F). The rise of the number of rainy days can be observed, its value is 12 days, while the rainfall amount rise's start could be observed in this month. The minimum of the wind speed can be noticed, with its value being 4.

June weather

The day temperature continues to descent, its value is 17 °C (62 °F) in Paihia, and the night temperature continues to descent too, the value of this measure is 9 °C (49 °F). The rainfall amount rises similarly to the previous month, with its value being 147 mm (5.79 in), and the number of rainy days continues to rise as well. The number of sun hours (without clouds) reaches its minimum, with its value of 4 hours.

July weather

The day temperature reaches its minimum, its value is 16 °C (60 °F) in Paihia, and the minimum of the night temperature is observable as well, its value is 8 °C (47 °F). The rainfall amount is on its maximum, the value of this measure is 154 mm (6.05 in), and the maximum of the number of rainy days can be noticed as well. The number of sun hours (without clouds) starts to rise, the value of this measure is 4 hours.

August weather

The rainfall amount descent's start could be observed, its value is 133 mm (5.23 in) in Paihia.

September weather

The number of rainy days descent's start could be observed, the value of this measure is 12 days in Paihia, while the descent of the rainfall amount can be observed, its value is 111 mm (4.38 in). The day temperature rise's start could be observed, its value is 17 °C (63 °F), and the night temperature starts to rise as well, the value of this measure is 10 °C (49 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) starts to rise in September.

October weather

The tourist season is about to start this month in Paihia. The day temperature rises similarly to the previous month, with its value of 18 °C (64 °F), and the night temperature rises similarly to the previous month too, with its value of 11 °C (51 °F). The descent of the rainfall amount can be observed, and the descent of the number of rainy days can be observed too. The humidity is on its minimum, with its value of 79 %.

November weather

The tourist season is taking place in Paihia. The day temperature rises similarly to the previous month, its value is 19 °C (67 °F), and the night temperature rises similarly to the previous month as well, with its value of 12 °C (53 °F). The rainfall amount reaches its minimum, with its value being 80 mm (3.15 in), while the descent of the number of rainy days can be observed, its value is 9 days.

December weather

There is pending tourist season in Paihia. The day temperature rises similarly to the previous month, and the rise of the night temperature can be observed too, with its value being 13 °C (56 °F). The beginning of the rise of the rainfall amount could be noticed, with its value being 102 mm (4.00 in). The maximum of the day length is observable, with its value being 14 hours.

What is the temperature in Paihia during the day in January?

In Paihia in January, the average daily temperatures will be 23 °C (74 °F). A comfortable temperature for most people, where it is neither too cold nor too hot, and a large number of activities can be carried out comfortably, including sunbathing by the water. Lighter clothing will be suitable - shorts, skirts, t-shirts, jackets; a light sweater and long trousers may also be useful.

Is there a wet season in February in Paihia?

No, there is no wet season in February in Paihia - you can expect 8 days of rain during the month.

How many sunny hours can I expect in March in Paihia?

In March in Paihia, you can expect around 5 hours of sunshine.

Is there a dry season in April in Paihia?

No, April is not a dry month in Paihia, expect rain approximately 10 days in a month.

What is the air temperature in May in Paihia at night?

The average night temperature in Paihia in May is 11 °C (52 °F). Nights can be cooler, morning running can be refreshing but choose appropriate clothing, evening outdoor sitting can be pleasant but you can also be cold.

How windy is it in August in Paihia?

In Paihia in August, there will be an average wind scale of 4.

What is the humidity in September in Paihia?

In Paihia in September, expect humidity around 83 %. This humidity is rather above average, but except for sensitive individuals, it should not be a problem.

How many days of precipitation on average can I expect in Paihia in October?

In October in Paihia, we can expect 10 days to be rainy, that is, days when precipitation exceeds 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 2.2 days of the week, or in general - 32 % days.

Is November a good month to visit Paihia?

There are good conditions for visiting in November in Paihia. You can expect just 9 days of rain during the month, taking an umbrella is not necessary. There are some people, who may feel a slight chill at 19 °C (67 °F), but others will feel perfectly fine. The temperature of 12 °C (53 °F) at night may make it better to dine inside or to put on more clothes for a dinner outside.

What is the sea temperature in Paihia in December?

The sea will reach 18 °C (65 °F) in December in Paihia. At this sea temperature, swimming probably won't be the best experience. You probably won't like to stay in water for a long time. On the other hand, there are a minority of people who seek these conditions.