worldweatherTemperatures this week
16-21°CAverage forecast high: 18°C. Historical reference for these dates: 16°C.
Weather in New Plymouth - 14-day forecast
Forecast updated: Tuesday 3 NovemberWeather history: NASA POWER · 1981-2025
Weather in the coming days
What will the week bring? New Plymouth
3 November New Plymouth: the high will be about 20°C and the low 15°C. Light rainfall - around 1.8 mm. 4 November it will be similarly warm: with a high of about 21°C.
20°C
maximum on Tue 3 Nov
Temperature, rainfall and historical comparison
Weather forecast compared with previous years
Choose a day to see the details. Temperatures show the daily high and low.
Forecast: daily highTypical range 1991-2020
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Tuesday 3 November
Daily high20°CUsually 14-18°C
Daily low15°CColdest part of the day
Rainfall total1.8 mmLight rainfall
Maximum wind speed19 km/hForecast wind speed
Warmer than usual. The historical comparison uses daily highs at this time of year. The daily rainfall total shows the amount of rain forecast across the full day.
Full day-by-day forecast - table
| Date | Max. / min. | Rain | Typical daily high | Max. wind |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday 3 November | 20° / 15° | 1.8 mm | 14-18°C | 19 km/h |
| Wednesday 4 November | 21° / 14° | 0.7 mm | 15-18°C | 11 km/h |
| Thursday 5 November | 18° / 14° | 2.6 mm | 14-18°C | 10 km/h |
| Friday 6 November | 17° / 15° | 10.3 mm | 14-18°C | 18 km/h |
| Saturday 7 November | 16° / 14° | 21 mm | 15-18°C | 16 km/h |
| Sunday 8 November | 17° / 13° | 0.7 mm | 15-18°C | 11 km/h |
| Monday 9 November | 20° / 12° | 14.9 mm | 15-18°C | 12 km/h |
| Tuesday 10 November | 17° / 15° | 6.2 mm | 15-18°C | 11 km/h |
| Wednesday 11 November | 18° / 16° | 3 mm | 15-18°C | 10 km/h |
| Thursday 12 November | 17° / 14° | 2.3 mm | 15-18°C | 16 km/h |
| Friday 13 November | 18° / 15° | 4.7 mm | 15-18°C | 15 km/h |
| Saturday 14 November | 18° / 14° | 0.3 mm | 15-18°C | 13 km/h |
| Sunday 15 November | 16° / 16° | 14.3 mm | 15-18°C | 28 km/h |
| Monday 16 November | 17° / 14° | 12.5 mm | 15-18°C | 27 km/h |
What stands out this week?
Temperature changes
No sharp coolingThe first 7 forecast days show no day-to-day drop of 3°C or more in the high.
Will it rain?
5 days with rain ≥1 mm7-day total: 52.1 mm. Across 45 historical seasons, the typical range for the same dates was 6-31 mm.
This summary covers the first 7 forecast days. A rainy day has at least 1 mm of rain. The historical comparison shows how often such days occurred in previous years.
Weather history 1981-2025
NASA POWERThe same week in previous years
How warm was this week in previous years?
Each bar shows the average daily high during the same 7-day period in each year.
cooler yearstypical rangewarmer years2026 forecastcurrent forecast
From 1981 to 2025, the 3-9 Nov period averaged 16°C by day. The coolest year was 2014 (14°C) and the warmest was 1999 (19°C). The current forecast averages 18°C - higher than in 93% of historical years.
How do we compare the forecast with history?
The forecast chart band shows the 20th-80th percentiles of NASA POWER daily highs from 1991-2020, using the date and a ±7-calendar-day window. The line shows the forecast daily high. The year-by-year chart compares average highs over the same seven dates.
NASA POWER (MERRA-2) data describe conditions in the grid cell covering the location. Elevation and local conditions can affect the comparison.
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What weather is typical in the following weeks?
For dates beyond the 14-day forecast, we show typical conditions based on historical data.
Tue 17 Nov - Mon 30 Nov17°C / 11°Cusual daily high / low
Tue 1 Dec - Thu 17 Dec18°C / 12°Cusual daily high / low
Average of the daily medians for the following dates from 1991-2020. A comparison based on historical data.
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Detailed weather forecast for New Plymouth, New Zealand: daytime and night temperature, rain, sunrise and sunset - today and for the next two weeks.
UV index in New Plymouth - is it safe to sunbathe?
Today the UV index in New Plymouth is 7 (high) - unprotected fair skin can burn in about 30 minutes. SPF 30-50, a hat and sunglasses are a must. Better stay in shade between 11:00 and 15:00.
Sea temperature - New Plymouth
Water today
16°C
Week avg
16°C
Waves today
1 m
How's the water?
very cold
16-day sea temperature forecast:
Average sea temperature through the year:
Sea-surface temperature from marine models, updated daily. See also: where the sea is warmest right now.
New Plymouth weather through the year
| Month | Average high | Average low | Days with ≥1 mm precipitation |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20.5°C | 13.8°C | 36.1% |
| February | 21°C | 14.3°C | 34.1% |
| March | 19.7°C | 13.1°C | 37.1% |
| April | 17.4°C | 11.4°C | 40.6% |
| May | 14.9°C | 9.8°C | 49.6% |
| June | 12.8°C | 8.2°C | 57% |
| July | 11.9°C | 7.1°C | 55.3% |
| August | 12.3°C | 7.1°C | 54.1% |
| September | 13.5°C | 8.1°C | 53.3% |
| October | 14.9°C | 9.3°C | 51.9% |
| November | 16.8°C | 10.6°C | 42.7% |
| December | 18.7°C | 12.6°C | 45.7% |
Based on NASA POWER historical data from 1981–2025. Temperatures are averages of daily highs and lows; precipitation is the share of days with at least 1 mm. Each month includes at least 45 years of data. Gridded data for the area around this location.
Upcoming public holidays in New Zealand: Christmas Day — 25 December · Boxing Day — 28 December · New Year's Day — 1 January.
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Weather and travel dates: New Plymouth
Based on NASA POWER historical data from 1981–2025. Temperatures are averages of daily highs and lows; precipitation is the share of days with at least 1 mm. Each month includes at least 45 years of data. Gridded data for the area around this location.
Warmest months
February
Average high: 21°C
Coolest months
July
Average high: 11.9°C
Lowest share of days with precipitation
February
Days with ≥1 mm precipitation: 34.1%
Before you travel
Check the forecast daytime and nighttime temperatures, precipitation and current warnings. Use them to choose clothing and plan outdoor activities.
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FAQ - New Plymouth weather
What will the weather be like today and tomorrow?
3 November New Plymouth: the high will be about 20°C and the low 15°C. Light rainfall - around 1.8 mm. 4 November it will be similarly warm: with a high of about 21°C.
Will it rain in the coming days?
7-day total: 52.1 mm. Across 45 historical seasons, the typical range for the same dates was 6-31 mm.
What does the typical range on the chart mean?
It is the range between the 20th and 80th percentiles of NASA POWER daily highs from 1991-2020 for this time of year.
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