Tongariro National Park Clima and Average Tiempo
Clima of Tongariro National Park: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
Clima in Tongariro National Park month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Mes | Máx. media | Mín. media | Precip.itaciones | Valoración |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| enero | 6° | -1° | 232 mm | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| febrero | 7° | -1° | 166 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
| marzo | 4° | -3° | 138 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
| abril | 2° | -4° | 237 mm | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| may | -1° | -7° | 158 mm | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| junio | -3° | -7° | 259 mm | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| julio | -4° | -9° | 219 mm | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| agosto | -5° | -10° | 161 mm | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| septiembre | -2° | -8° | 330 mm | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| octubre | 0° | -7° | 362 mm | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| noviembre | 4° | -4° | 227 mm | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| diciembre | 6° | -2° | 261 mm | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Clima type: Polar. Fuente: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Recent extremes in Tongariro National Park
Altoest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data – not all-time records.
How Tongariro National Park compares con nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Tongariro National Park.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Taupo | 62 km | 13°C | +15°C warmer | 1561 mm |
| Taupo | 79 km | 12°C | +14°C warmer | 1269 mm |
| North Island | 87 km | 11°C | +13°C warmer | 1821 mm |
| Taranaki | 98 km | 13°C | +15°C warmer | 1261 mm |
| Hawke's Bay | 118 km | 15°C | +17°C warmer | 948 mm |
Mejor época para visitar Tongariro National Park
Go in enero, febrero and marzo. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: junio, septiembre and octubre – expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What this means for Tongariro National Park
Today is slightly warmer than average for agosto. The forecast high of -2°C is 2.8°C above the -5°C typical for this month.
A 99% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Visibilidad is down a 0,2 km – use low beams and leave extra following distance. Ráfagas a 62 km/h will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Overnight lows near -7°C mean ice is possible on bridges before dawn. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Southern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in diciembre a febrero.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 10°C.
What a pack, what a skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- Insulated outer layer, hat and boots con grip for ice
- A packable rain shell – 7 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid high-elevation trails without traction devices – frozen surfaces persist in shade all day.
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints mientras gusts stay above 62 km/h.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid junio, septiembre and octubre – historically the least comfortable months here.
Resumen
Tongariro National Park is a national park in Manawatu-Whanganui. Tongariro National Park is a national park known for the Tongariro Alpine Crossing.
Ahora mismo hay -3°C (26°F) in Tongariro National Park con llovizna ligera. La sensación térmica es de -8°C. Hoy las temperaturas van de -7°C a -2°C. La probabilidad de precipitación es del 99%. Las condiciones para hacer turismo obtienen 2.1/10 – malo — considera otro día.
La mejor época para visitar Tongariro National Park is enero, febrero and marzo. El clima es polar. junio, septiembre and octubre suelen ser los meses menos cómodos. febrero es el mes más cálido, con máximas medias cercanas a 7°C, mientras agosto es el mes más frío, con mínimas cercanas a -10°C.
El aeropuerto principal más cercano es Auckland Airport (AKL), about 262 km away. Entre los lugares destacados cercanos se encuentran Lake Taupo, North Island, Hobbiton Movie Set and Piha Beach.
En términos sencillos. Today is slightly warmer than average for agosto. The forecast high of -2°C is 2.8°C above the -5°C typical for this month. The best window a be outside is roughly 11 AM a 2 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. Visibilidad is down a 0,2 km – use low beams and leave extra following distance. Ráfagas a 62 km/h will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Overnight lows near -7°C mean ice is possible on bridges before dawn. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Quick facts about Tongariro National Park
| Tipo | National park |
|---|---|
| Region | Manawatu-Whanganui |
| País | Nueva Zelanda |
| Continentee | Oceanía |
| Coordenadas | 39°16′54.1″S 175°34′6.6″E (-39.2817, 175.5685) |
| Established | 1887 |
| Known for | the Tongariro Alpine Crossing |
| Hora local | 4:27 PM (UTC+12:00) |
| Mejores meses | enero, febrero and marzo |
| Clima | Polar |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Tongariro National Park?
Tongariro National Park is a national park in Manawatu-Whanganui. Its coordinates are -39.2817, 175.5685. It lies in Oceanía.
What is the weather like in Tongariro National Park ahora mismo?
It is currently -3°C (26°F) con llovizna ligera. Humedad is 99% and wind is 12 km/h.
When is the best time a visit Tongariro National Park?
enero, febrero and marzo offer the most comfortable conditions in Tongariro National Park, which has a polar climate. junio, septiembre and octubre are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Tongariro National Park in?
Tongariro National Park observes Pacific/Auckland (UTC+12:00). The hora local is 4:27 PM.
What is the nearest airport a Tongariro National Park?
The closest airports are Auckland Airport (AKL), 262 km away.
What are the top things a do in Tongariro National Park?
Popular options include Lake Taupo, North Island, Hobbiton Movie Set and Piha Beach.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (national-parks) – coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Pronóstico and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Calidad del aire and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Clima 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 agosto 26, 2026 at 4:27 PM hora local. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
