Geography of Te Wahipounamu - South West New Zealand
Geography of Te Wahipounamu - South West New Zealand: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Te Wahipounamu - South West New Zealand
Milford Sound is 0 mi to the north, Queenstown is 46 mi to the south-east, Lake Wakatipu is 47 mi to the south-east and Queenstown Airport is 49 mi to the south-east.
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Coordinates: 44°38′29″S 167°53′50.6″E (-44.6414, 167.8974)
Quick facts about Te Wahipounamu - South West New Zealand
| Type | UNESCO World Heritage Site |
|---|---|
| Country | New Zealand |
| Continent | Oceania |
| Coordinates | 44°38′29″S 167°53′50.6″E (-44.6414, 167.8974) |
| UNESCO inscription | 1990 |
| Known for | fiords, glaciers and rainforest |
| Local time | 12:05 AM (UTC+13:00) |
| Best months | January, February and December |
| Climate | Temperate |
Summary
Te Wahipounamu - South West New Zealand is an UNESCO World Heritage Site in New Zealand. Te Wahipounamu - South West New Zealand is a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for fiords, glaciers and rainforest.
Right now it is 58°F (14°C) in Te Wahipounamu - South West New Zealand with light drizzle. It feels like 56°F. Today runs from 54°F to 59°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 5/10 - marginal.
The best time to visit Te Wahipounamu - South West New Zealand is January, February and December. The climate is temperate. June, July and August tend to be the least comfortable months. January is the warmest month with average highs near 67°F, while September is the coldest with lows near 41°F.
The closest major airport is Queenstown Airport (ZQN), about 49 mi away. Nearby highlights include Milford Sound, Lake Wakatipu, Fiordland National Park and Aoraki / Mount Cook.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 59°F is 2.9°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. fishing is the strongest bet in Te Wahipounamu - South West New Zealand today at 9/10. Visibility is down to 1,6 mi - use low beams and leave extra following distance. Gusts to 50 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. 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 Te Wahipounamu - South West New Zealand 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 | 67° | 54° | 16,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| February | 66° | 53° | 15,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| March | 64° | 51° | 18,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 61° | 49° | 19,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| May | 57° | 45° | 13,7 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| June | 55° | 43° | 16,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| July | 54° | 42° | 14,1 in | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| August | 54° | 41° | 18,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| September | 53° | 41° | 23,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| October | 56° | 44° | 26,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| November | 61° | 47° | 21,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| December | 64° | 52° | 21,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Te Wahipounamu - South West New Zealand?
Te Wahipounamu - South West New Zealand is an UNESCO World Heritage Site in New Zealand. Its coordinates are -44.6414, 167.8974. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in Te Wahipounamu - South West New Zealand right now?
It is currently 58°F (14°C) with light drizzle. Humidity is 98% and wind is 11 mph.
When is the best time to visit Te Wahipounamu - South West New Zealand?
January, February and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Te Wahipounamu - South West New Zealand, which has a temperate climate. June, July and August are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Te Wahipounamu - South West New Zealand in?
Te Wahipounamu - South West New Zealand observes Pacific/Auckland (UTC+13:00). The local time is 12:05 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Te Wahipounamu - South West New Zealand?
The closest airports are Queenstown Airport (ZQN), 49 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Te Wahipounamu - South West New Zealand?
Popular options include Milford Sound, Lake Wakatipu, Fiordland National Park, Aoraki / Mount Cook and South Island.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (unesco-sites) - 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 October 27, 2026 at 12:05 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
