Weather Conditions

Know Before You Go
15°
water temp 0.5m swell
15
south west wind
knt
8
sun sun sun!
th

Monday
15°
water temp 0.5m swell
5
very light gusting 16
knt
9
sun morn rain avo
th

Tuesday
15°
water temp 0.8m swell
16
n/w gusting to 29knt
knt
10
cloud clearing to sun
th

Wednesday
18°
water temp 0.5m swell
11
westerly gusting 17
knt
11
sunny with clouds
th

Thursday
18°
water temp 1.4m swell
25
n/w strong winds
knt
12
wind & large swell
th

Friday
18°
water temp 0.6m swell
25
strong s/w wind
knt
13
sunny with showers
th

Saturday
18°
water temp 0.2 swell
25
westerly wind
knt
14
sun cloud rain!
th

Sunday
These are rough weekly estimates made on Monday and are subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please check our live weather updates on our social media stories.
Stay One Step Ahead with Daily Weather & Dive Condition Updates
Don’t let unpredictable weather catch you out—stay informed and make the most of your day at Goat Island Marine Reserve!
At Goat Island Dive & Snorkel, we keep you updated with the latest conditions for snorkeling and diving through our daily social media stories and weekly forecast posts every Monday—available on both Facebook and Instagram.
Why Stay Tuned In?
New Zealand weather is famously changeable. Cold fronts, tropical systems, and shifting winds can alter ocean conditions throughout the day. To help you get the best out of your visit, we share updates on:
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Swell & tides
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Visibility
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Wind conditions
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Water safety tips
Our updates give you a real-time snapshot of what to expect so you can plan for maximum fun and safety.
When & Where to Find Updates:
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Daily Stories – Quick condition snapshots every morning during the summer season

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Weekly Monday Posts – A forecast for the week ahead

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Follow us on Facebook and Instagram to stay in the know!
Heads up: Conditions can change fast! Always take a moment to observe the water for yourself before diving in, and make decisions based on your own experience and comfort level.