Paparoa National Park
- Annual mean
- 12.6 °C
- Warmest month
- February
- Wettest month
- October
Long term climate averages for temperature, precipitation, wind, and daylight at a representative point.
Analyze the long term monthly climate patterns of Punakaiki Marine Reserve using NASA POWER data recorded between 1991 and 2020. This profile presents mean, minimum, and maximum temperatures alongside average daily precipitation, relative humidity, wind speed, and daylight duration. Measurements are derived from a single representative coordinate at 116.32 meters elevation to characterize the annual atmospheric cycle of this marine protected area.

Long-term thermal progression and average daily precipitation rates across twelve months for Punakaiki Marine Reserve
Track long-term monthly normals across temperature bounds, precipitation rates, and daylight hours.
| Mean temperature | Precipitation | Humidity | Wind speed | Daylight | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15.8 °C10.8° to 20.2° | 5 mm/day | 83.2% | 3.3 m/s | 14.7 hours |
| February | 16.3 °C11.8° to 20.6° | 4.3 mm/day | 82.9% | 3.1 m/s | 13.7 hours |
| March | 15.3 °C10.2° to 19.5° | 4.4 mm/day | 82.9% | 3.3 m/s | 12.3 hours |
| April | 13.7 °C8.2° to 17.7° | 5.3 mm/day | 83.1% | 3.4 m/s | 10.8 hours |
| May | 12.2 °C6.7° to 16.3° | 5.7 mm/day | 83.9% | 3.8 m/s | 9.6 hours |
| June | 10.4 °C5.3° to 14.4° | 5.9 mm/day | 83.2% | 3.8 m/s | 9 hours |
| July | 9.5 °C4.5° to 13.4° | 5.1 mm/day | 82.5% | 3.7 m/s | 9.3 hours |
| August | 9.7 °C4.7° to 13.4° | 5.7 mm/day | 83.2% | 3.7 m/s | 10.4 hours |
| September | 10.5 °C5.4° to 14.3° | 5.7 mm/day | 83% | 3.8 m/s | 11.8 hours |
| October | 11.4 °C6.5° to 15.6° | 6.1 mm/day | 83.4% | 3.9 m/s | 13.2 hours |
| November | 12.6 °C7.7° to 16.9° | 5 mm/day | 82.3% | 3.7 m/s | 14.4 hours |
| December | 14.4 °C9.6° to 18.8° | 5.9 mm/day | 83.4% | 3.4 m/s | 15 hours |
Calculated monthly climate highlights across temperature, precipitation, wind, and daylight duration normals
Interactive climate map
Visit the MoriAtlas climate map to compare long-term monthly temperature and precipitation metrics across national parks. This visual interface helps you understand seasonal variations at specific protected area coordinates to deepen your knowledge of global park geography and environmental characteristics.
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Deepen your understanding of coastal conservation geography by examining the mapped terrain and protected waters of Punakaiki Marine Reserve. MoriAtlas provides detailed context on the relationship between these marine habitats and the adjacent terrestrial wilderness, offering a clearer picture of how coastal protection is managed along the Tasman Sea shoreline.