Taupo Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Taupo.

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Climate overview of Taupo

Taupo, Waikato, New Zealand, experiences significant temperature variation throughout the year. Summers bring daytime highs of 23°C (73°F) in February, while winters cool to 11°C (52°F) in July.

Rainfall is high, totalling around 1345 mm (53 in) per year. September is the wettest month and March the driest. The city also experiences warm summers and cold winters. The most sunshine falls in January, with an average of 7.5 hours of daily sunshine.

Taupo Weather by Month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Taupo - and find the best time to visit.

January

22°C (72°F)View January → February

23°C (73°F)View February → March

20°C (68°F)View March → April

18°C (64°F)View April → May

15°C (59°F)View May → June

12°C (54°F)View June → July

11°C (52°F)View July → August

12°C (54°F)View August → September

14°C (57°F)View September → This monthOctober

16°C (61°F)View October → November

18°C (64°F)View November → December

20°C (68°F)View December →

Monthly Temperature in Taupo

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to chilly in Taupo. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 23°C (73°F) in February, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 11°C (52°F) during cooler months like July.

At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 12°C (54°F) in February to around 4°C (39°F) during July.

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Temperature ranges by month

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Rainfall in Taupo

Taupo has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1345 mm (53 in) of rainfall annually. Year-round, Taupo has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, September, with 131 mm (5.2 in), and the driest month, March, with 89 mm (3.5 in), is minimal. For more details, please visit our Taupo Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

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Sunshine Hours in Taupo

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Taupo. While January receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 7.5 hours, June marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 3.2 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

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Best Time to Visit Taupo

Conditions in Taupo are generally most comfortable in January, February and March. They are typically least comfortable in June, July and August.

Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.

Jan excellent Feb excellent Mar excellent Apr good May mixed Jun wet Jul wet Aug wet Sep mixed Oct mixed Nov good Dec very good

Best overall: January, February and March
Warmest weather: January and February
Most sunshine: January
Fewest rainy days: January and February
Seasonal pattern: Warm summers and cold winters

Frequently asked questions about the climate in Taupo

What is the best time to visit Taupo?

January, February and March typically offer the most optimal weather in Taupo. In contrast, June, July and August tend to have less optimal conditions. Taupo has warm summers and cold winters.

What temperatures can I expect in Taupo?

Daytime highs range from 11°C (52°F) in July to 23°C (73°F) in February. Nighttime lows range from 4°C (39°F) to 12°C (54°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.