Best Time to Visit Hobbiton Movie Set
Best time to visit Hobbiton Movie Set: February and March. Month-by-month temperature, rainfall and crowd guidance.
Best time to visit Hobbiton Movie Set
Go in February and March. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: June, July and September - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Climate in Hobbiton Movie Set month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73° | 57° | 6,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 74° | 57° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 70° | 53° | 2,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 66° | 52° | 5,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 60° | 45° | 2,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 58° | 44° | 6,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 55° | 41° | 5,8 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| August | 56° | 40° | 3,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 60° | 45° | 5,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 63° | 48° | 5,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 67° | 52° | 5,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 71° | 56° | 6,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
How Hobbiton Movie Set compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Hobbiton Movie Set.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bay of Plenty | 29 mi | 58°F | +33°F warmer | 63 in |
| Rotorua | 36 mi | 55°F | 33°F cooler | 55 in |
| North Island | 45 mi | 51°F | 37°F cooler | 72 in |
| Taupo | 60 mi | 54°F | 35°F cooler | 50 in |
| Lake Taupo | 65 mi | 55°F | 34°F cooler | 61 in |
What to pack, what to skip
- A packable rain shell - 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid June, July and September - historically the least comfortable months here.
Summary
Hobbiton Movie Set is a tourist attraction in Waikato. Hobbiton Movie Set is a landmark known for the Shire film set near Matamata.
Right now it is 60°F (15°C) in Hobbiton Movie Set with overcast. It feels like 54°F. Today runs from 44°F to 60°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.3/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Hobbiton Movie Set is February and March. The climate is temperate. June, July and September tend to be the least comfortable months. February is the warmest month with average highs near 74°F, while August is the coldest with lows near 40°F.
The closest major airport is Auckland Airport (AKL), about 77 mi away. Nearby highlights include North Island, Lake Taupo, Piha Beach and Tongariro National Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 60°F is 4.1°F above the 56°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 2 PM to 5 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. sightseeing is the strongest bet in Hobbiton Movie Set today at 9.3/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Weather in Hobbiton Movie Set right now
Wear sunglasses and use SPF 30+ if you are outside for long.
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 1:15 PM, Aug 26 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 60° / 43°
Light showers · 80% rain · wind 11 mph
🌦️ 59° / 43°
Light drizzle · 36% rain · wind 17 mph
Things to do in Hobbiton Movie Set
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Hobbiton Movie Set.
Quick facts about Hobbiton Movie Set
| Type | Attraction |
|---|---|
| Region | Waikato |
| Country | New Zealand |
| Continent | Oceania |
| Coordinates | 37°52′19.6″S 175°40′58.1″E (-37.8721, 175.6828) |
| Known for | the Shire film set near Matamata |
| Local time | 1:15 PM (UTC+12:00) |
| Best months | February and March |
| Climate | Temperate |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Hobbiton Movie Set?
Hobbiton Movie Set is a tourist attraction in Waikato. Its coordinates are -37.8721, 175.6828. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in Hobbiton Movie Set right now?
It is currently 60°F (15°C) with overcast. Humidity is 68% and wind is 13 mph.
When is the best time to visit Hobbiton Movie Set?
February and March offer the most comfortable conditions in Hobbiton Movie Set, which has a temperate climate. June, July and September are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Hobbiton Movie Set in?
Hobbiton Movie Set observes Pacific/Auckland (UTC+12:00). The local time is 1:15 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Hobbiton Movie Set?
The closest airports are Auckland Airport (AKL), 77 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Hobbiton Movie Set?
Popular options include North Island, Lake Taupo, Piha Beach and Tongariro National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (attractions) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 26, 2026 at 1:15 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
