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Hawkes Bay
Wine Country
A mere 1½ hour drive from Taupo over the ranges that to a Mediterranean climate;
Hawkes Bay has long hot summers as well as clear blue skies in the middle of winter.
Hawkes Bay is one of the sunniest regions of New Zealand. Sheltered by ranges to the west
the Hawkes Bay landscape opens up to reveal rolling hills and fertile plains. The perfect
environment for orchards and, of course, internationally acclaimed
wineries.
The city of Hastings and the township of
Havelock North are nestled among the orchards
and vines. The Art Deco City of Napier sits by the
glistening waters of the Pacific - paradise!
With an annual average of 2200, sunshine hours are high, while rainfall and humidity are
low. In fact, Hawkes Bay has the second highest sunshine hours and the lowest rainfall in
the North Island, so whatever time of the year you visit, you're pretty much guaranteed to have
sunny, dry weather - perfect for exploring this stunning region.
Cape Kidnappers marks the southern-most point of the
bay. The cape is a short drive out of any of Napier, Hastings or Havelock North, and a walk
along the coast under its distinct rugged cliffs, an excursion to see the world's largest
mainland Gannet colony, or teeing off at one of the world’s top 50 golf courses makes for a
great day trip.
 Featured Hawkes Bay Events |
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Beginners Ballroom & Latin 8 Week Course
Munro Dance Studio, Napier, Hawkes Bay Today to Tuesday 24 March 2026
| Clubs Napier Rock n Roll Club
Napier RSA, Napier, Hawkes Bay Today to Tuesday 31 March 2026
| Sensory Playtime
Taradale Library, Napier, Hawkes Bay Today to Tuesday 3 November 2026
| Hawke's Bay Farmers' Market
Tōmoana Showgrounds, Hastings, Hawkes Bay From Sunday 8 February 2026 to Sunday 4 October 2026
| Kōrero with Kurī
Havelock North Library, Havelock North, Hawkes Bay From Wednesday 4 February 2026 to Wednesday 29 April 2026
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