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.
Thinking of visiting Cromwell in November? Expect moderate temperatures reaching 14°C (57°F) during the day, dropping to 4°C (39°F) at night, and note that quite a bit of rainfall is likely.
Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. February typically offers the best weather for Cromwell.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Cromwell - and find the best time to visit.
31-year average (1995-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Cromwell typically stay consistent throughout November, with daily highs averaging around 14°C (57°F). Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from 4°C (39°F) to 7°C (45°F).
31-year average (1995-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Cromwell spanning 32 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 19 years of weather observations (2006-2025), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Cromwell.
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 November →
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).
The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in November, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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