The Tongariro Crossing in New Zealand
It is called the most beautiful walk in New Zealand, the Tongariro Crossing. The official hiking season starts late October until end of April.
Six-hourly outlook through Wednesday 14 October. Updated every three hours via MET Norway.
This evening, the weather in Waitomo Caves will be clear skies, with temperatures around 8°C (46°F), dropping to 7°C (45°F) overnight.
On Tuesday, Waitomo Caves will be partly cloudy. Expect highs of a mild 15°C (59°F) and lows of around 3°C (37°F).
During the next 10 days, temperatures will get warmer, maximum temperatures reach 18°C (64°F) on Thursday, with average highs of 16°C (61°F) and lows of 7°C (45°F). Compared to normal October conditions, this is typical. There will be plenty of sunshine throughout this time. Expect much less rainfall than usual (compared to average October levels), the days are characterized by mostly dry conditions. There will be rain on around 1 day (Sun). Expect generally calm wind conditions.
The warmest day is expected to be Thursday with a high of 18°C (64°F).
The coldest day is forecasted for Tuesday with a low of 3°C (37°F).
Yes, rain is expected on 1 day , specifically on Sun.
A total of 4 mm (0.2 in) of rain is forecasted for the 10-day period.
Temperatures will range from 3°C (37°F) to 18°C (64°F).
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