Aoraki / Mount Cook Map
Interactive map of Aoraki / Mount Cook with coordinates, nearby places, airports and travel highlights.
Summary
Aoraki / Mount Cook is a mountain in Canterbury. Aoraki / Mount Cook is a mountain known as New Zealand's highest mountain. It sits at 12.218 ft above sea level.
Right now it is 10°F (-13°C) in Aoraki / Mount Cook with heavy snow showers. It feels like 0°F. Today runs from -0°F to 10°F. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 2.1/10 - poor - consider another day.
The best time to visit Aoraki / Mount Cook is January, February and December. The climate is polar. May, June and July tend to be the least comfortable months. January is the warmest month with average highs near 27°F, while August is the coldest with lows near -1°F.
The closest major airport is Queenstown Airport (ZQN), about 120 mi away. Nearby highlights include South Island, Lake Wakatipu, Te Wahipounamu - South West New Zealand and Milford Sound.
In plain terms. Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 10°F is in line with the 13°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 9 AM to 12 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. Visibility is down to 0,1 mi - use low beams and leave extra following distance. Gusts to 58 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Overnight lows near -0°F mean ice is possible on bridges before dawn. Snow is falling now - expect reduced traction and slower journeys.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Map of Aoraki / Mount Cook
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Coordinates: 43°35′42″S 170°8′30.5″E (-43.595, 170.1418)
Quick facts about Aoraki / Mount Cook
| Type | Mountain |
|---|---|
| Region | Canterbury |
| Country | New Zealand |
| Continent | Oceania |
| Coordinates | 43°35′42″S 170°8′30.5″E (-43.595, 170.1418) |
| Elevation | 12.218 ft |
| Known for | New Zealand's highest mountain |
| Local time | 10:19 AM (UTC+13:00) |
| Best months | January, February and December |
| Climate | Polar |
Getting to Aoraki / Mount Cook
- Queenstown Airport (ZQN) · 120 mi
- Wanaka · 91 mi · roughly 2.1 h driving
- Queenstown · 123 mi · roughly 2.8 h driving
- Christchurch · 125 mi · roughly 2.9 h driving
- Dunedin · 159 mi · roughly 3.7 h driving
- Kaikoura · 197 mi · roughly 4.5 h driving
- Nelson City · 227 mi · roughly 5.2 h driving
Distances are straight-line; driving times assume a 70 km/h average and no traffic.
Airports near Aoraki / Mount Cook
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Queenstown Airport | ZQN | 120 mi | Queenstown |
Things to do in Aoraki / Mount Cook
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Aoraki / Mount Cook.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Aoraki / Mount Cook?
Aoraki / Mount Cook is a mountain in Canterbury. Its coordinates are -43.595, 170.1418. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in Aoraki / Mount Cook right now?
It is currently 10°F (-13°C) with heavy snow showers. Humidity is 100% and wind is 7 mph.
When is the best time to visit Aoraki / Mount Cook?
January, February and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Aoraki / Mount Cook, which has a polar climate. May, June and July are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Aoraki / Mount Cook in?
Aoraki / Mount Cook observes Pacific/Auckland (UTC+13:00). The local time is 10:19 AM.
What is the nearest airport to Aoraki / Mount Cook?
The closest airports are Queenstown Airport (ZQN), 120 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Aoraki / Mount Cook?
Popular options include South Island, Lake Wakatipu, Te Wahipounamu - South West New Zealand, Milford Sound and Fiordland National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (mountains) - 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 29, 2026 at 10:19 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
