Tapotupotu Bay Beach
Nude beach in Northland, New Zealand
Tapotupotu Bay Beach is a beach where nudity is tolerated in Northland, New Zealand. The sea is warmest in February at about 20°C (69°F) and coolest in August (15°C (59°F)). Average air temperatures peak in February at 20°C (69°F).
Weather and water temperature at Tapotupotu Bay Beach
Tap a month. Averages: air 2001–2025 (NASA POWER), sea 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST).
| Month | Air | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19°C | 19°C | 60 mm |
| February | 20°C | 20°C | 50 mm |
| March | 20°C | 20°C | 79 mm |
| April | 19°C | 19°C | 58 mm |
| May | 18°C | 18°C | 74 mm |
| June | 16°C | 17°C | 91 mm |
| July | 15°C | 16°C | 97 mm |
| August | 15°C | 15°C | 90 mm |
| September | 15°C | 15°C | 69 mm |
| October | 15°C | 16°C | 55 mm |
| November | 16°C | 17°C | 60 mm |
| December | 18°C | 18°C | 69 mm |
Not sure what the numbers mean? Here is how warm is warm enough to swim.
Visiting
- Coordinates: -34.43589, 172.71439 · OpenStreetMap
- Local law: is public nudity legal in New Zealand?
- Before you go, read our nude beach etiquette guide.
- First time? Read our guide to your first time at a nude beach.
Frequently asked questions
Is Tapotupotu Bay Beach clothing optional?
Tapotupotu Bay Beach is listed as "nudity tolerated" according to OpenStreetMap (nudism=permissive). Rules can change, and clothing-optional zones are often only part of a beach, so look for signs on arrival and follow local rules. NudistMap has not yet verified this status in person. You can check what applies in New Zealand before you go.
How warm is the water at Tapotupotu Bay Beach?
Long-term sea surface temperatures (NOAA OISST, 1991–2020) range from 15°C (59°F) to 20°C (69°F) in February. Water at the shore can be a few degrees different.
Sources
Status from OpenStreetMap (nudism=permissive). Not yet verified against an official source; local rules may have changed. Data updated 2026-10-31. All data sources and licenses. © OpenStreetMap contributors.