Tongariro National Park Klima and Average Vær
Klima of Tongariro National Park: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
Klima in Tongariro National Park month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Måned | Avg high | Avg low | Regnfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| januar | 6° | -1° | 233 mm | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| februar | 7° | -1° | 166 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
| mars | 4° | -3° | 138 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
| april | 2° | -4° | 237 mm | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| mai | -1° | -7° | 159 mm | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| juni | -3° | -7° | 259 mm | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| juli | -4° | -9° | 219 mm | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| august | -4° | -10° | 223 mm | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| september | -3° | -8° | 275 mm | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| oktober | 0° | -7° | 362 mm | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| november | 4° | -4° | 226 mm | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| desember | 6° | -2° | 262 mm | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Klima type: Polar. Kilde: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Recent extremes in Tongariro National Park
Høyest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How Tongariro National Park compares med nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Tongariro National Park.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Taupo | 62 km | 13°C | +15°C warmer | 1542 mm |
| Taupo | 79 km | 12°C | +14°C warmer | 1255 mm |
| North Island | 87 km | 11°C | +13°C warmer | 1808 mm |
| Taranaki | 98 km | 13°C | +15°C warmer | 1264 mm |
| Hawke's Bay | 118 km | 15°C | +17°C warmer | 958 mm |
Beste tid å besøke Tongariro National Park
Go in januar, februar and mars. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: juni, september and oktober - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What this means for Tongariro National Park
Today is slightly cooler than average for oktober. The forecast high of -2°C is 2.7°C below the 0°C typical for this month.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Sikt is down til 0,1 km - use low beams and leave extra following distance. Vindkast til 84 km/h will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Overnight lows near -8°C mean ice is possible on bridges before dawn. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Southern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in desember til februar.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 10°C.
What til pack, what til skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- Insulated outer layer, hat and boots med grip for ice
- A packable rain shell - 5 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid high-elevation trails without traction devices - frozen surfaces persist in shade all day.
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 84 km/h.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid juni, september and oktober - historically the least comfortable months here.
Sammendrag
Tongariro National Park is a national park in Manawatu-Whanganui. Tongariro National Park is a national park known for the Tongariro Alpine Crossing.
Akkurat nå er det -3°C (26°F) in Tongariro National Park med light drizzle. Det føles som -8°C. I dag varierer temperaturen mellom -8°C til -2°C. Sannsynligheten for nedbør er 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 2/10 - dårlig — vurder en annen dag.
Beste tidspunkt å besøke Tongariro National Park is januar, februar and mars. Klimaet er polar. juni, september and oktober tend til be the least comfortable months. februar is the warmest month med average highs near 7°C, while august is the coldest med lows near -10°C.
The closest major airport is Auckland Airport (AKL), about 262 km away. Nearby highlights include Lake Taupo, North Island, Hobbiton Movie Set and Piha Beach.
Kort sagt. Today is slightly cooler than average for oktober. The forecast high of -2°C is 2.7°C below the 0°C typical for this month. The best window til be outside is roughly 7 AM til 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. Sikt is down til 0,1 km - use low beams and leave extra following distance. Vindkast til 84 km/h will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Overnight lows near -8°C mean ice is possible on bridges before dawn. 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.
Quick facts about Tongariro National Park
| Type | National park |
|---|---|
| Region | Manawatu-Whanganui |
| Land | New Zealand |
| Kontinent | Oseania |
| Koordinater | 39°16′54.1″S 175°34′6.6″E (-39.2817, 175.5685) |
| Established | 1887 |
| Known for | the Tongariro Alpine Crossing |
| Lokal tid | 1:02 PM (UTC+13:00) |
| Best months | januar, februar and mars |
| Klima | Polar |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Tongariro National Park?
Tongariro National Park is a national park in Manawatu-Whanganui. Its coordinates are -39.2817, 175.5685. It lies in Oseania.
What is the weather like in Tongariro National Park akkurat nå?
It is currently -3°C (26°F) med light drizzle. Luftfuktighet is 76% and wind is 16 km/h.
When is the best time til visit Tongariro National Park?
januar, februar and mars offer the most comfortable conditions in Tongariro National Park, which has a polar climate. juni, september and oktober are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Tongariro National Park in?
Tongariro National Park observes Pacific/Auckland (UTC+13:00). The local time is 1:02 PM.
What is the nearest airport til Tongariro National Park?
The closest airports are Auckland Airport (AKL), 262 km away.
What are the top things til do in Tongariro National Park?
Popular options include Lake Taupo, North Island, Hobbiton Movie Set and Piha Beach.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (national-parks) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Værmelding and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Luftkvalitet and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Klima averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| 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 oktober 1, 2026 at 1:02 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
