Traveling to Waihi Beach, New Zealand? If you're planning to go to Waihi Beach, this article contains some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
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When to go to Waihi Beach, New Zealand
Based on the climate and weather in Waihi Beach, the best time to go is February. See below for details.
Important esssentials for Waihi Beach, New Zealand
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Waihi Beach, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
IMPORTANT COVID-19 PACKING ESSENTIALS
- A plug adapter that supports outlet types I. This one should work in most areas, but you may want to check with your hotel.
- A portable power bank, like this one
- A SIM card that works in Waihi Beach. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying. In some locations you may need a satellite phone. We recommend this satellite phone
- Emergency water purifier
- For families with young children:
- Waihi visitors often do a lot of walking, so a lightweight backpack like this is essential
- Airplane or car necessities:
- Photography items that we like:
What to wear/what to pack for Waihi Beach, New Zealand by month
January
Traveling to Waihi Beach in January, you will notice that it is a perfect temperature and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the 70s F (mid 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
- Sandals
- Long and short sleeve shirts
- Light footwear
- Bug repellent
- Sunscreen lotion
- Dresses
- Skirts
- Shorts or short pants
- If you're going to the beach,
- A rain jacket to layer with a coat
- Waterproof footwear. We suggest:
- A waterproof phone bag; we like this one
- Wind resistant umbrella. This one is a perfect one to buy.
- A waterproof luggage cover so your suitcases don't get wet. We recommend: this one
February
February in this region is warm and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day. It rains 5-10 days this month.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Skirts
- Dresses
- Sandals
- Sunscreen lotion
- Shorts or short pants
- Bug repellent
- Light footwear
- Long and short sleeve shirts
- If you're going to the beach,
- A rain coat to layer with a coat
- Waterproof footwear. We suggest these:
- A waterproof phone bag; we like this one
- Wind resistant umbrella. This one is a perfect one to buy.
- A waterproof luggage cover so your suitcases stay dry. We recommend: this one
March
March in this region is mild and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the low 70s F (low 20s C) during the day. It rains about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Bug repellent
- Skirts
- Dresses
- Light footwear
- Sandals
- Shorts or short pants
- Sunscreen lotion
- Long and short sleeve shirts
- If you're going to the beach,
- A rain coat to layer with a coat
- Waterproof footwear. We like these:
- A waterproof phone bag; we like this one
- Windproof umbrella. This one is a great one to buy.
- A waterproof luggage cover so your suitcases remain dry. We like: this one
April
In April, Waihi Beach is mild and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the high 60s F (high 10s C) range.
At night, lows are in the low 40s F (single digits C). This is also a rainy time for Waihi Beach, with several of the days of the month having rain.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Light jacket or fleece
- Pants or jeans
- Standard footwear
- Long sleeve shirts or blouses
- Dresses
- Long skirts
- Socks
- A rain coat to layer with a jacket
- Waterproof footwear. We use:
- A waterproof phone bag; we like this one
- Wind resistant umbrella. This one is a perfect choice.
- A waterproof luggage cover so your bags don't get wet. We recommend: this one
May
May in this region is crisp and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the low 60s F (high 10s C) during the day. It rains about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Standard footwear
- Long skirts
- Dresses
- Pants or jeans
- Light jacket or fleece
- Long sleeve shirts or blouses
- Socks
- A rain poncho to layer with a coat
- Waterproof footwear. We like:
- A waterproof phone bag; we like this one
- Umbrella. This one is an excellent one to buy.
- A waterproof luggage cover so your bags remain dry. We like: this one
June
In June, Waihi Beach is crisp and very rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the high 50s F (mid 10s C) range. At night, lows are in the low 40s F (single digits C).
This is also a rainy time for Waihi Beach, with more than half of the days of the month having rain. There is frost sometimes.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Dresses
- Long sleeve shirts or blouses
- Standard footwear
- Socks
- Light jacket or fleece
- Long skirts
- Pants or jeans
- A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
- Waterproof footwear. We use:
- A waterproof phone bag; we like this one
- Wind resistant umbrella. This one is a perfect one to buy.
- A waterproof luggage cover so your things don't get wet. We recommend: this one
July
July in Waihi Beach is relatively cool and very rainy. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 40s F (single digits C). It tends to rain about half of the time. There is frost occasionally.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Long skirts
- Long sleeve shirts or blouses
- Socks
- Dresses
- Pants or jeans
- Light jacket or fleece
- Standard footwear
- A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
- Waterproof footwear. We like these:
- A waterproof phone bag; we like this one
- Windproof umbrella. This one is a great choice.
- A waterproof luggage cover so your belongings remain dry. We suggest: this one
August
August in Waihi Beach is relatively cool and very rainy. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 40s F (single digits C). It tends to rain about two thirds of the time. There is frost sometimes.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Standard footwear
- Dresses
- Long skirts
- Pants or jeans
- Socks
- Long sleeve shirts or blouses
- Light jacket or fleece
- A rain poncho to layer with a coat
- Waterproof footwear. We use:
- A waterproof phone bag; we like this one
- Windproof umbrella. This one is a great one to buy.
- A waterproof luggage cover so your things don't get wet. We like: this one
September
In September, Waihi Beach is cool and very rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the low 60s F (mid 10s C) range.
At night, lows are in the 40s F (single digits C). This is also a rainy time for Waihi Beach, with more than half of the days of the month having rain.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Standard footwear
- Pants or jeans
- Long skirts
- Socks
- Dresses
- Light jacket or fleece
- Long sleeve shirts or blouses
- A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
- Waterproof footwear. We suggest:
- A waterproof phone bag; we like this one
- Umbrella. This one is a great choice.
- A waterproof luggage cover so your bags stay dry. We suggest: this one
October
October in this region can be chilly and very rainy. Temperatures average in the 60s F (high 10s C) during the day. It rains about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Standard footwear
- Pants or jeans
- Light jacket or fleece
- Long sleeve shirts or blouses
- Socks
- Dresses
- Long skirts
- A rain poncho to layer with a jacket
- Waterproof footwear. We recommend these:
- A waterproof phone bag; we like this one
- Umbrella. This one is a perfect one to buy.
- A waterproof luggage cover so your bags stay dry. We recommend: this one
November
If you visit Waihi Beach during November, you may notice that it is balmy and somewhat rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 60s F (low 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 50s F (low 10s C).
In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
- Socks
- Long sleeve shirts or blouses
- Long skirts
- Standard footwear
- Dresses
- Light jacket or fleece
- Pants or jeans
- A rain coat to layer with another jacket
- Waterproof footwear. We suggest:
- A waterproof phone bag; we like this one
- Wind resistant umbrella. This one is a great choice.
- A waterproof luggage cover so your belongings stay dry. We suggest: this one
December
If you are traveling to Waihi Beach in December, you will notice that it is balmy and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 70s F (low 20s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
- Sunscreen lotion
- Skirts
- Dresses
- Bug repellent
- Sandals
- Shorts or short pants
- Long and short sleeve shirts
- Light footwear
- If you're going to the beach,
- A rain jacket to layer with another jacket
- Waterproof footwear. We like:
- A waterproof phone bag; we like this one
- Wind resistant umbrella. This one is a perfect choice.
- A waterproof luggage cover so your things remain dry. We like: this one
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