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.
New Zealand Weather by Month: Temperature & Rainfall Guide
Many people wonder what the weather conditions are in New Zealand over the year. What is the best time to visit New Zealand?
This page shows the average weather conditions by month in New Zealand over the year in: January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December.
New Zealand in January
In January the weather in New Zealand ranges from less favorable in Te Anau to excellent in Auckland. The temperatures range from moderate in Mount Cook Village with 15°C (59°F) to high in Mangonui with 25°C (77°F).
Find more detailed climate information for New Zealand in January here.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
New Zealand in February
In February the weather in New Zealand ranges from less favorable in Franz Josef to excellent in Auckland. The temperatures range from moderate in Mount Cook Village with 15°C (59°F) to high in Cable Bay with 25°C (77°F). On average, this month is the warmest month of the year in New Zealand.
Find more detailed climate information for New Zealand in February here.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
New Zealand in March
In March the weather in New Zealand ranges from less favorable in Franz Josef to excellent in Auckland. The temperatures range from moderate in Mount Cook Village with 13°C (55°F) to high in Mangonui with 24°C (75°F).
Find more detailed climate information for New Zealand in March here.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
New Zealand in April
In April the weather in New Zealand ranges from less favorable in Queenstown to excellent in Auckland. The temperatures range from low in Mount Cook Village with 10°C (50°F) to pleasant in Mangonui with 22°C (72°F).
Find more detailed climate information for New Zealand in April here.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
New Zealand in May
In May the weather in New Zealand ranges from less favorable in Queenstown to very good in Paihia. The temperatures range from low in Mount Cook Village with 6°C (43°F) to pleasant in Cable Bay with 19°C (66°F).
Find more detailed climate information for New Zealand in May here.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
New Zealand in June
In June the weather in New Zealand ranges from less favorable in Queenstown to good in Napier. The temperatures range from low in Mount Cook Village with 3°C (37°F) to moderate in Cable Bay with 17°C (63°F).
Find more detailed climate information for New Zealand in June here.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
New Zealand in July
In July the weather in New Zealand ranges from less favorable in Queenstown to good in Napier. The temperatures range from very low in Mount Cook Village with 2°C (36°F) to moderate in Cable Bay with 16°C (61°F). On average, this month is the coldest month of the year in New Zealand.
Find more detailed climate information for New Zealand in July here.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
New Zealand in August
In August the weather in New Zealand ranges from less favorable in Queenstown to good in Napier. The temperatures range from low in Mount Cook Village with 3°C (37°F) to moderate in Mangonui with 17°C (63°F).
Find more detailed climate information for New Zealand in August here.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
New Zealand in September
In September the weather in New Zealand ranges from less favorable in Queenstown to good in Christchurch. The temperatures range from low in Mount Cook Village with 5°C (41°F) to moderate in Mangonui with 18°C (64°F).
Find more detailed climate information for New Zealand in September here.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
New Zealand in October
In October the weather in New Zealand ranges from less favorable in Queenstown to very good in Auckland. The temperatures range from low in Mount Cook Village with 7°C (45°F) to pleasant in Mangonui with 19°C (66°F).
Find more detailed climate information for New Zealand in October here.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
New Zealand in November
In November the weather in New Zealand ranges from less favorable in Queenstown to excellent in Auckland. The temperatures range from low in Mount Cook Village with 9°C (48°F) to pleasant in Mangonui with 21°C (70°F).
Find more detailed climate information for New Zealand in November here.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
New Zealand in December
In December the weather in New Zealand ranges from less favorable in Te Anau to excellent in Christchurch. The temperatures range from moderate in Mount Cook Village with 13°C (55°F) to high in Mangonui with 23°C (73°F).
Find more detailed climate information for New Zealand in December here.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
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The Tongariro Crossing in New Zealand
White-water sledge and raft in Rotorua
We recommend to white-water sledge and raft in Rotorua in summer (January, February) when the Glacier melt fills the rivers. This is the best time.
New Zealand in February: North Island or South Island?
Compare New Zealand weather in February for Auckland, Rotorua, Taupo, Christchurch and Queenstown to see which island has the best conditions.