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Te Henga Bethells Beach

4.5 / 5 · 1 204 reviews Oceania Updated June 2026

Te Henga Bethells Beach is at Bethells Beach, Auckland, New Zealand in Auckland, New Zealand.

Wild west-coast beach framed by dunes and wetland. Shore type: sand. Use the map and nearby stays on this page to plan access and overnight options.

CoveTrip lists verified coastal places with practical details for travellers comparing New Zealand beaches.

At a glance

Water temperature

15 °C

Sea state

Rough

Waves

4.42 m

Shoreline

site.features.sand

Region

Auckland

Country

New Zealand

Frequently asked questions

Where is Te Henga Bethells Beach?

Bethells Beach, Auckland, New Zealand

What type of shore is it?

sand

Which region is it in?

Auckland, New Zealand

Is it good for swimming?

Check local conditions and lifeguard advice; NZ beaches vary with surf and currents.

How do I find nearby hotels?

See the stays section on this page for properties within driving distance.

7-day forecast

20/09

15°

13°

Wind 44 km/h

UV index 6

21/09

14°

13°

Wind 26 km/h

UV index 4

22/09

16°

12°

Wind 39 km/h

UV index 3

23/09

14°

10°

Wind 37 km/h

UV index 5

24/09

12°

6°

Wind 21 km/h

UV index 6

25/09

14°

9°

Wind 23 km/h

UV index 6

26/09

15°

11°

Wind 35 km/h

UV index 3

Best season to swim

Real historical monthly sea temperature averages.

Jan

20.9°

Feb

21.1°

Mar

19.5°

Apr

18.9°

May

17.3°

Jun

15.9°

Jul

14.5°

Aug

13.8°

Sep

14.6°

Oct

16.4°

Nov

18.7°

Dec

20.2°

Beaches nearby

Less than 30 minutes by car.

Te Henga Bethells Beach

At a glance

Frequently asked questions

Where is Te Henga Bethells Beach?

What type of shore is it?

Which region is it in?

Is it good for swimming?

How do I find nearby hotels?

7-day forecast

Best season to swim

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