Covetrip / Beach / Pukehina, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

Pukehina Beach

4.5 / 5 · 1 204 reviews Oceania Updated June 2026

Pukehina Beach is at Pukehina, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand.

Long open beach along the Pukehina spit. 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

Moderate

Waves

1.02 m

Shoreline

site.features.sand

Region

Bay of Plenty

Country

New Zealand

Frequently asked questions

Where is Pukehina Beach?

Pukehina, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

What type of shore is it?

sand

Which region is it in?

Bay of Plenty, 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

16°

8°

Wind 40 km/h

UV index 6

21/09

16°

6°

Wind 27 km/h

UV index 6

22/09

19°

10°

Wind 28 km/h

UV index 6

23/09

15°

7°

Wind 20 km/h

UV index 5

24/09

14°

3°

Wind 14 km/h

UV index 6

25/09

16°

4°

Wind 11 km/h

UV index 6

26/09

16°

6°

Wind 20 km/h

UV index 1

Best season to swim

Real historical monthly sea temperature averages.

Jan

20.7°

Feb

21.4°

Mar

20.8°

Apr

19.5°

May

17.4°

Jun

16°

Jul

14.5°

Aug

14°

Sep

14.9°

Oct

15.9°

Nov

18.1°

Dec

19.8°

Beaches nearby

Less than 30 minutes by car.

Maketu Beach

Maketu, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand

Papamoa Beach

Papamoa, New Zealand