Geography of Fiordland National Park
Geography of Fiordland National Park: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Fiordland National Park
Lake Wakatipu is 53 mi to the north-east, Queenstown is 53 mi to the north-east, Milford Sound is 54 mi to the north and Te Wahipounamu - South West New Zealand is 54 mi to the north.
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Coordinates: 45°24′51.8″S 167°43′4.8″E (-45.4144, 167.718)
Quick facts about Fiordland National Park
| Type | National park |
|---|---|
| Region | Southland |
| Country | New Zealand |
| Continent | Oceania |
| Coordinates | 45°24′51.8″S 167°43′4.8″E (-45.4144, 167.718) |
| Established | 1952 |
| Known for | Milford Sound and glacial fiords |
| Local time | 8:24 PM (UTC+12:00) |
| Best months | January |
| Climate | Temperate |
Summary
Fiordland National Park is a national park in Southland. Fiordland National Park is a national park known for Milford Sound and glacial fiords.
Right now it is 47°F (9°C) in Fiordland National Park with overcast. It feels like 45°F. Today runs from 47°F to 55°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 4.9/10 - marginal.
The best time to visit Fiordland National Park is January. The climate is temperate. June, September and October tend to be the least comfortable months. January is the warmest month with average highs near 66°F, while July is the coldest with lows near 37°F.
The closest major airport is Queenstown Airport (ZQN), about 57 mi away. Nearby highlights include Lake Wakatipu, Te Wahipounamu - South West New Zealand, Milford Sound and South Island.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 55°F is 5.4°F above the 49°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Fiordland National Park today at 9.7/10. 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.
Climate in Fiordland National Park 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 | 66° | 50° | 5,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 66° | 50° | 5,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 62° | 48° | 6,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 58° | 46° | 5,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 53° | 41° | 4,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 49° | 38° | 7,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| July | 47° | 37° | 5,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| August | 49° | 37° | 4,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 52° | 40° | 15,2 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| October | 55° | 42° | 11,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| November | 60° | 44° | 7,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 64° | 49° | 7,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Fiordland National Park?
Fiordland National Park is a national park in Southland. Its coordinates are -45.4144, 167.718. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in Fiordland National Park right now?
It is currently 47°F (9°C) with overcast. Humidity is 88% and wind is 3 mph.
When is the best time to visit Fiordland National Park?
January offer the most comfortable conditions in Fiordland National Park, which has a temperate climate. June, September and October are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Fiordland National Park in?
Fiordland National Park observes Pacific/Auckland (UTC+12:00). The local time is 8:24 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Fiordland National Park?
The closest airports are Queenstown Airport (ZQN), 57 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Fiordland National Park?
Popular options include Lake Wakatipu, Te Wahipounamu - South West New Zealand, Milford Sound, South Island and Aoraki / Mount Cook.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (national-parks) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| 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 25, 2026 at 8:24 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
