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.
April in Johnsonville brings moderate temperatures around 17°C (63°F) during the day, dropping to 13°C (55°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 82 mm (3.2 in) for the month.
Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. January, February and March typically offer the best weather for Johnsonville.
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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).
Comfortable temperatures call for an easy wardrobe in April. Pack summer basics like t-shirts and shorts, but include a light jacket for cooler moments. A pair of comfortable walking shoes is essential. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. The water temperature sits at about 15°C (59°F), which is too chilly for most people to enjoy swimming. Leave the swimsuit at home unless you love cold water. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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