Bay of Islands, New Zealand

Named the Bay of Islands by the explorer James Cook in the late 18th century, this string of 144 islands and cloistered bays is perfect for those with an interest in the maritime. Bay of Islands offers the perfect combination of exotic and rare marine life with exclusive glimpses into the indigenous Maori culture. Yachting, fishing, swimming with dolphins, scuba diving, kayaking, biking, and golf are just a few of the many things to do here. (also called Bay of Isles)

Language: English
Currency: New Zealand dollar (NZD)

Bay of Islands, New Zealand Weather
Temperature (Fahrenheit)
  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
High 73 73 71 66 62 58 56 58 60 62 66 69
Low 62 62 60 56 52 49 47 48 50 52 55 58
Average 68 68 66 61 57 54 52 53 55 58 61 64
Temperature (Celsius)
  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
High 23 23 22 19 17 14 13 14 16 17 19 21
Low 17 17 16 13 11 9 8 9 10 11 13 14
Average 20 20 19 16 14 12 11 12 13 14 16 18
Precipitation
  Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Inches 3 3 3 4 5 5 5 4 4 4 3 3
Centimeters 8 8 8 10 13 13 13 10 10 10 8 8


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