Sun & Beach Potential
Suboptimal
Based on optimal climate
Seasonality
January, February, March
Avoid (Extreme Weather)
Weather
Avg Temp Range
Precipitation
Seasonal (check heatmap)
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The best time to visit Whitianga for a sun and beach holiday is January, February, March.
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Climate Heatmap
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Sun & Beach conditions breakdown
Monthly weather & climate data for Whitianga
| Month | Climate Score | Predictability | Avg Temp | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 67Suboptimal Mild temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 18° | 130 |
February | 67Suboptimal Mild temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 19° | 140 |
March | 54Suboptimal Mild temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 17° | 190 |
April | 46Poor Mild temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 15° | 186 |
May | 33Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 13° | 191 |
June | 23Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 38Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 11° | 246 |
July | 21Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 38Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 10° | 223 |
August | 22Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 30Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 11° | 238 |
September | 25Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 70Weather conditions vary somewhat by season. | 12° | 200 |
October | 33Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 14° | 152 |
November | 44Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 15° | 126 |
December | 52Suboptimal Mild temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year. | 17° | 145 |
Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).
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