Region in New Zealand

Taranaki Map

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

☁️ 62°F now🕔 6:04 AM local📅 Best: January, February and March👥 127.000

Summary

Taranaki is a region in New Zealand. Taranaki is a region of New Zealand. It has a population of about 127.000.

Right now it is 62°F (16°C) in Taranaki with overcast. It feels like 57°F. Today runs from 49°F to 62°F. Chance of precipitation is 53%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.9/10 - good conditions.

The best time to visit Taranaki is January, February and March. The climate is temperate. June, July and August tend to be the least comfortable months. February is the warmest month with average highs near 71°F, while July is the coldest with lows near 40°F.

The closest major airport is Auckland Airport (AKL), about 163 mi away. Nearby highlights include Tongariro National Park, North Island, Lake Taupo and Hobbiton Movie Set.

In plain terms. Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 62°F is in line with the 60°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 12 PM to 3 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Taranaki today at 8.8/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.

Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.

Map of Taranaki

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

Coordinates: 39°21′13.7″S 174°26′17.9″E (-39.3538, 174.4383)

Quick facts about Taranaki

TypeRegion
CountryNew Zealand
ContinentOceania
Coordinates39°21′13.7″S 174°26′17.9″E (-39.3538, 174.4383)
Population127.000
Local time6:04 AM (UTC+13:00)
Best monthsJanuary, February and March
ClimateTemperate

Neighboring regions in New Zealand

Sorted by distance from Taranaki.

Getting to Taranaki

By air
By road, from nearby cities
  • Taupo · 99 mi · roughly 2.3 h driving
  • Rotorua · 129 mi · roughly 3 h driving
  • Napier · 132 mi · roughly 3 h driving
  • Wellington · 135 mi · roughly 3.1 h driving
  • Nelson City · 146 mi · roughly 3.4 h driving
  • Auckland · 174 mi · roughly 4 h driving

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

Airports near Taranaki

Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.

AirportCodeDistanceServes
Auckland AirportAKL163 miAuckland

Things to do in Taranaki

Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Taranaki.

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Taranaki?

Taranaki is a region in New Zealand. Its coordinates are -39.3538, 174.4383. It lies in Oceania.

What is the weather like in Taranaki right now?

It is currently 62°F (16°C) with overcast. Humidity is 77% and wind is 13 mph.

When is the best time to visit Taranaki?

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

What time zone is Taranaki in?

Taranaki observes Pacific/Auckland (UTC+13:00). The local time is 6:04 AM.

How many people live in Taranaki?

Taranaki has a population of approximately 127.000.

What is the nearest airport to Taranaki?

The closest airports are Auckland Airport (AKL), 163 mi away.

What are the top things to do in Taranaki?

Popular options include Tongariro National Park, North Island, Lake Taupo, Hobbiton Movie Set 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 6:04 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

Davil Hofile
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