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.
During September, Kuaotunu experiences moderate daytime temperatures of 16°C (61°F) and cooler nights around 12°C (54°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 110 mm (4.3 in) is typical.
Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. January, February, March and December typically offer the best weather for Kuaotunu.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Kuaotunu - and find the best time to visit.
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 September →
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 September, 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.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Where to go in September - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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