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.
January in Baylys Beach brings high temperatures, with highs of 22°C (72°F) and nights dropping to 17°C (63°F). It's also the driest month of the year, ideal for those who want to avoid rain.
If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, January is a good time to visit Baylys Beach.
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Find out more about the weather in New Zealand and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of New Zealand in January →
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).
Pleasant temperatures in January mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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