Abel Tasman National Park

Abel Tasman National Park Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Abel Tasman National Park, New Zealand in January.

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Motueka Takaka Kaiteriteri

Thinking about venturing to the Abel Tasman National Park, New Zealand this January and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in the Abel Tasman National Park in January

The Abel Tasman National Park, New Zealand is a region in New Zealand. January in the Abel Tasman National Park generally has pleasant temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 21°C (70°F) and nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) in Motueka.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of the Abel Tasman National Park, New Zealand, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Motueka with an average of 110 mm (4.3 in) to high rainfall in Takaka with 131 mm (5.2 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this January. For example, Motueka gets approximately 235 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore the Abel Tasman National Park by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Abel Tasman National Park — and find the best time to visit. (based on Motueka)

January21°C (70°F) February21°C (70°F) March19°C (66°F) April17°C (63°F) May15°C (59°F) June13°C (55°F) This monthJuly12°C (54°F) August12°C (54°F) September14°C (57°F) October16°C (61°F) November17°C (63°F) December19°C (66°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Abel Tasman National Park in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the Abel Tasman National Park.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in the Abel Tasman National Park

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in the Abel Tasman National Park, New Zealand?

Temperature range in the Abel Tasman National Park (January)

Precipitation variation in the Abel Tasman National Park (January)

Motueka

In January Motueka generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
251 hours
235 hours
241 hours
Monthly rainfall
133 mm (5.2 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
9 days
7 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
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Takaka

In January Takaka generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
251 hours
235 hours
241 hours
Monthly rainfall
161 mm (6.3 in)
131 mm (5.2 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
11 days
9 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Takaka →

Kaiteriteri

In January Kaiteriteri generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
251 hours
235 hours
241 hours
Monthly rainfall
136 mm (5.4 in)
111 mm (4.4 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
9 days
8 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
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In our records: New Zealand January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in New Zealand in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest January day in New Zealand brought 219 mm (8.6 in) in Whangarei on January 19, 2018.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Abel Tasman National Park in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Motueka 21°C (70°F) 14°C (57°F) 110 mm (4.3 in)
Takaka 20°C (68°F) 13°C (55°F) 131 mm (5.2 in)
Kaiteriteri 21°C (70°F) 14°C (57°F) 111 mm (4.4 in)

The Abel Tasman National Park weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Abel Tasman National Park, New Zealand in January?

January in the Abel Tasman National Park, New Zealand brings pleasant weather. In Motueka, daytime temperatures are typically around 21°C (70°F) and nighttime lows hover near 14°C (57°F).

What is the average temperature in the Abel Tasman National Park, New Zealand in January?

Average temperatures in the Abel Tasman National Park, New Zealand during January range from a nighttime low near 14°C (57°F) to a daytime high around 21°C (70°F) in Motueka.

Does the Abel Tasman National Park, New Zealand get a lot of rain in January?

the Abel Tasman National Park, New Zealand sees substantial rainfall in January. Motueka typically averages about 110 mm (4.3 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is January a Good Time to Visit the Abel Tasman National Park, New Zealand?

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Motueka, January might be a good time to visit the Abel Tasman National Park, New Zealand. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit the Abel Tasman National Park, New Zealand is in February with generally perfect weather in Motueka. On the other hand, the weather in June, July and August tend to be poor.

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