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About Whakatane

Whakatāne is a laid-back coastal town in the Bay of Plenty, great for digital nomads who value nature, quiet, and a slower pace 🌊☀️ It has a friendly local vibe, reliable essentials, and easy access to beaches, hiking, and outdoor adventures. Best for remote workers seeking inspiration and balance rather than big-city buzz 💻🏞️

Through the year

Best in January (60) · now 55
0° 10° 20° 30° Jan: 114 mm Feb: 165 mm Mar: 86 mm Apr: 135 mm May: 145 mm Jun: 171 mm Jul: 186 mm Aug: 94 mm Sep: 190 mm Oct: 150 mm Nov: 146 mm Dec: 155 mm Jan: 23°C / 15°C Feb: 23°C / 16°C Mar: 22°C / 13°C Apr: 20°C / 12°C May: 17°C / 9°C Jun: 15°C / 8°C Jul: 15°C / 6°C Aug: 15°C / 6°C Sep: 16°C / 8°C Oct: 18°C / 10°C Nov: 20°C / 13°C Dec: 22°C / 15°C Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Average high and low, °C Rainfall, mm

Key scores

Cost of Living 4.6
Internet Speed 7.4
Safety 8.8
Digital Nomad Popularity 2.3
Accommodation Cost 3.7
Weather 7.3
Racial Tolerance 7.8
Nomad Friendly 3.8
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Quick costs

Quick costs in Whakatane
ItemCost
Apartment (1 bedroom) $900.59 per month
Coworking Space $116.21 per month
Coffee $2.91 per cup
Beer $5.23 per pint
Meal (Inexpensive) $10.46 per meal
Monthly Transport Pass $55.20 per month
Mobile Plan $17.43 per month
Internet (60 Mbps+) $43.58 per month

Other cities in New Zealand

Other cities in New Zealand
# City Cost / mo Score Compare
1 Christchurch $3,499 6.5 Compare
2 Wellington $4,144 6.5 Compare
3 Auckland $4,453 6.4 Compare
4 Hamilton $3,447 6.2 Compare

Nearby destinations

Nearby destinations
# City Country Cost / mo Score Compare
1 Rotorua NZ New Zealand $2,551 6.0 Compare
2 Tauranga NZ New Zealand $4,197 6.0 Compare
3 Mt Maunganui NZ New Zealand $4,707 6.0 Compare
4 Taupo NZ New Zealand $3,849 5.8 Compare

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