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 December, Ohakune experiences pleasant daytime temperatures of 19°C (66°F) and cooler nights around 10°C (50°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 151 mm (5.9 in) is typical.
Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm, January, February and March typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.
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48-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Ohakune typically stay consistent throughout December, with daily highs averaging around 19°C (66°F). Nights are cool, with lows typically ranging from 7°C (45°F) to 9°C (48°F).
Browse day-by-day weather records for Ohakune spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
The extremes listed below come from historical weather data collected in Ohakune from 1993 through 2025.
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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).
Pleasant temperatures in December 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. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything! 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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