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Takapuna is sometimes referred to as the unofficial 'capital' of Auckland's North Shore - a series of coastal suburbs across Shoal Bay from the city centre. The Takapuna Beach area is the centre of the North Shore's nightlife, being home to many bars, restaurants, cafes and shops. It is also the main shopping centre of the North Shore.
The beach here is a fine stretch of white sand looking out to Rangitoto Island, a substantial volcanic island which emerged from the sea as recently as 600 years ago.
Takapuna is a good family-friendly choice with safe swimming and lots of facilities such as picnic spots and play areas.
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Takapuna Beach Weather Info
5 Day Takapuna Beach UV Index
A UV Index reading of 3 or more means some precautions should be taken. For more information visit our guide to the UV Index.
Temperature Averages
Average Water Temp
Takapuna Beach tide times & sea state
Thu 18/07 »
| Swell | Wind | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:00 | 6ft | 8s |  |
 |
14mph |
| 12:00 | 5ft | 9s | |
|
10mph |
| 18:00 | 4ft | 9s | |
|
10mph |
| Tide times |
|---|
| Low 2:44am (0.74m) |
| High 8:58am (2.96m) |
| Low 2:58pm (0.65m) |
| High 9:25pm (3.11m) |
| Daylight | |
|---|---|
| First light | 07:01 |
| Sunrise | 07:29 |
| Sunset | 17:24 |
| Dark | 17:52 |
Fri 19/07 »
| Swell | Wind | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:00 | 4ft | 9s | |
|
15mph |
| 12:00 | 5ft | 9s | |
|
18mph |
| 18:00 | 5ft | 8s | |
|
19mph |
| Tide times |
|---|
| Low 3:25am (0.74m) |
| High 9:39am (2.94m) |
| Low 3:35pm (0.66m) |
| High 10:05pm (3.08m) |
| Daylight | |
|---|---|
| First light | 07:00 |
| Sunrise | 07:28 |
| Sunset | 17:25 |
| Dark | 17:53 |
Sat 20/07 »
| Swell | Wind | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:00 | 5ft | 8s | |
|
18mph |
| 12:00 | 6ft | 8s | |
|
15mph |
| Tide times |
|---|
| Low 4:04am (0.75m) |
| High 10:19am (2.92m) |
| Low 4:11pm (0.69m) |
| High 10:43pm (3.05m) |
| Daylight | |
|---|---|
| First light | 07:00 |
| Sunrise | 07:28 |
| Sunset | 17:26 |
| Dark | 17:54 |
Sun 21/07 »
| Swell | Wind | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:00 | 4ft | 9s | |
|
7mph |
| 18:00 | 4ft | 9s | |
|
8mph |
| Tide times |
|---|
| Low 4:44am (0.76m) |
| High 10:58am (2.89m) |
| Low 4:49pm (0.76m) |
| High 11:21pm (3.00m) |
| Daylight | |
|---|---|
| First light | 06:59 |
| Sunrise | 07:27 |
| Sunset | 17:26 |
| Dark | 17:54 |
Mon 22/07 »
| Swell | Wind | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:00 | 4ft | 9s | |
|
9mph |
| 15:00 | 3ft | 12s | |
|
7mph |
| Tide times |
|---|
| Low 5:25am (0.79m) |
| High 11:37am (2.85m) |
| Low 5:30pm (0.85m) |
| Daylight | |
|---|---|
| First light | 06:59 |
| Sunrise | 07:27 |
| Sunset | 17:27 |
| Dark | 17:55 |
Tue 23/07 »
| Swell | Wind | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:00 | 3ft | 9s | |
|
6mph |
| 21:00 | 3ft | 9s | |
|
14mph |
| Tide times |
|---|
| High 12:00am (2.94m) |
| Low 6:07am (0.83m) |
| High 12:17pm (2.80m) |
| Low 6:15pm (0.94m) |
| Daylight | |
|---|---|
| First light | 06:58 |
| Sunrise | 07:26 |
| Sunset | 17:28 |
| Dark | 17:56 |
Today's weather
12 °C
(53 °F)
