Region in New Zealand

Gisborne Map

Interactive map of Gisborne with coordinates, nearby places, airports and travel highlights.

☀️ 69°F now🕔 8:23 PM local📅 Best: February, March, April, October and November👥 52.000

Summary

Gisborne is a region in New Zealand. Gisborne is a region of New Zealand. It has a population of about 52.000.

Right now it is 69°F (21°C) in Gisborne with clear sky. It feels like 64°F. Today runs from 53°F to 70°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.9/10 - excellent - go now.

The best time to visit Gisborne is February, March, April, October and November. The climate is temperate. June, July and August tend to be the least comfortable months. December is the warmest month with average highs near 74°F, while July is the coldest with lows near 44°F.

The closest major airport is Auckland Airport (AKL), about 210 mi away. Nearby highlights include Lake Taupo, North Island, Hobbiton Movie Set and Tongariro National Park.

In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for October. The forecast high of 70°F is 4.9°F above the 65°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 3 PM to 6 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Gisborne today at 9.8/10. Gusts to 41 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.

Map of Gisborne

Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.

Coordinates: 38°39′44.3″S 178°1′3.4″E (-38.6623, 178.0176)

Quick facts about Gisborne

TypeRegion
CountryNew Zealand
ContinentOceania
Coordinates38°39′44.3″S 178°1′3.4″E (-38.6623, 178.0176)
Population52.000
Local time8:23 PM (UTC+13:00)
Best monthsFebruary, March, April, October and November
ClimateTemperate

Neighboring regions in New Zealand

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Getting to Gisborne

By air
By road, from nearby cities
  • Napier · 83 mi · roughly 1.9 h driving
  • Rotorua · 102 mi · roughly 2.4 h driving
  • Taupo · 105 mi · roughly 2.4 h driving
  • Auckland · 217 mi · roughly 5 h driving

Distances are straight-line; driving times assume a 70 km/h average and no traffic.

Airports near Gisborne

Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.

AirportCodeDistanceServes
Auckland AirportAKL210 miAuckland

Things to do in Gisborne

Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Gisborne.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Gisborne?

Gisborne is a region in New Zealand. Its coordinates are -38.6623, 178.0176. It lies in Oceania.

What is the weather like in Gisborne right now?

It is currently 69°F (21°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 53% and wind is 19 mph.

When is the best time to visit Gisborne?

February, March, April, October and November offer the most comfortable conditions in Gisborne, which has a temperate climate. June, July and August are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.

What time zone is Gisborne in?

Gisborne observes Pacific/Auckland (UTC+13:00). The local time is 8:23 PM.

How many people live in Gisborne?

Gisborne has a population of approximately 52.000.

What is the nearest airport to Gisborne?

The closest airports are Auckland Airport (AKL), 210 mi away.

What are the top things to do in Gisborne?

Popular options include Lake Taupo, North Island, Hobbiton Movie Set, Tongariro National Park and Piha Beach.

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Data sources and methodology

Place dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (nz-regions) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
Map tilesOpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri.
ElevationOpen-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value.
MethodScores, 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 26, 2026 at 8:23 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

Davil Hofile
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