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.
Te Anau in November sees moderate daytime temperatures of 13°C (55°F) and nighttime lows of 4°C (39°F). As part of the rainy season, showers are frequent and often heavy. Budget around 190 mm (7.5 in) of rainfall for the month.
November in Te Anau can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.
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31-year average (1995-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Te Anau typically stay consistent throughout November, with daily highs averaging around 13°C (55°F). Nights are cold, with lows around 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 Te Anau spanning 33 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 Te Anau from 1995 through 2025.
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).
Pack for changing conditions in Te Anau in November. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything!
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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