Geography of Lake Taupo
Geography of Lake Taupo: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Lake Taupo
Taupo is 12 mi to the north-east, North Island is 29 mi to the north-west, Tongariro National Park is 38 mi to the south-west and Rotorua is 49 mi to the north-east.
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Coordinates: 38°47′24″S 175°54′0″E (-38.79, 175.9)
Quick facts about Lake Taupo
| Type | Lake |
|---|---|
| Region | Waikato |
| Country | New Zealand |
| Continent | Oceania |
| Coordinates | 38°47′24″S 175°54′0″E (-38.79, 175.9) |
| Maximum depth | 610 ft |
| Known for | a caldera lake in the North Island |
| Local time | 4:22 PM (UTC+12:00) |
| Best months | February and March |
| Climate | Temperate |
Summary
Lake Taupo is a lake in Waikato. Lake Taupo is a lake known as a caldera lake in the North Island.
Right now it is 54°F (12°C) in Lake Taupo with mainly clear. It feels like 45°F. Today runs from 44°F to 55°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.5/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Lake Taupo 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 71°F, while August is the coldest with lows near 40°F.
The closest major airport is Auckland Airport (AKL), about 137 mi away. Nearby highlights include North Island, Tongariro National Park, Hobbiton Movie Set and Piha Beach.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 55°F is 2.9°F above the 52°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. photography is the strongest bet in Lake Taupo today at 9.9/10. Gusts to 33 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Lake Taupo 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 | 71° | 57° | 5,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 71° | 57° | 4,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 66° | 53° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 62° | 52° | 5,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 57° | 46° | 3,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 54° | 44° | 6,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| July | 51° | 40° | 5,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| August | 52° | 40° | 3,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 56° | 44° | 6,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 60° | 47° | 7,1 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 65° | 52° | 5,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 70° | 56° | 5,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Lake Taupo?
Lake Taupo is a lake in Waikato. Its coordinates are -38.79, 175.9. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in Lake Taupo right now?
It is currently 54°F (12°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 68% and wind is 17 mph.
When is the best time to visit Lake Taupo?
February and March offer the most comfortable conditions in Lake Taupo, which has a temperate climate. June, July and September are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Lake Taupo in?
Lake Taupo observes Pacific/Auckland (UTC+12:00). The local time is 4:22 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Lake Taupo?
The closest airports are Auckland Airport (AKL), 137 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Lake Taupo?
Popular options include North Island, Tongariro National Park, Hobbiton Movie Set and Piha Beach.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (lakes) - 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 4:22 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
