National park in Manawatu-Whanganui

Current Local Time in Tongariro National Park

Current local time and time zone in Tongariro National Park, with UTC offset and daylight saving details.

☀️ 32°F now🕔 5:13 PM local📅 Best: January, February and March

Current local time in Tongariro National Park

5:13 PM
Thursday, October 1, 2026
Time zonePacific/Auckland
UTC offsetUTC+13:00
UTC now4:13 AM
Sunrise6:53 AM
Sunset7:22 PM

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Sun, twilight and moon

Sunrise6:53 AM
Sunset7:22 PM
Daylight12h 29m
Solar noon1:07 PM
Golden hour (am)6:53 AM - 7:53 AM
Golden hour (pm)6:22 PM - 7:22 PM
Blue hour (am)6:23 AM - 6:53 AM
Blue hour (pm)7:22 PM - 7:52 PM
Moon phase🌖 Waning gibbous · 82%
Moonrise--
Moonset9:05 AM

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Quick facts about Tongariro National Park

TypeNational park
RegionManawatu-Whanganui
CountryNew Zealand
ContinentOceania
Coordinates39°16′54.1″S 175°34′6.6″E (-39.2817, 175.5685)
Established1887
Known forthe Tongariro Alpine Crossing
Local time5:13 PM (UTC+13:00)
Best monthsJanuary, February and March
ClimatePolar

Summary

Tongariro National Park is a national park in Manawatu-Whanganui. Tongariro National Park is a national park known for the Tongariro Alpine Crossing.

Right now it is 32°F (0°C) in Tongariro National Park with clear sky. It feels like 25°F. Today runs from 19°F to 33°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 4.7/10 - marginal.

The best time to visit Tongariro National Park is January, February and March. The climate is polar. June, September and October tend to be the least comfortable months. February is the warmest month with average highs near 44°F, while August is the coldest with lows near 15°F.

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

In plain terms. Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 33°F is in line with the 33°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 6 PM to 9 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. running is the strongest bet in Tongariro National Park today at 8.8/10. Visibility is down to 0,1 mi - use low beams and leave extra following distance. Overnight lows near 19°F mean ice is possible on bridges before dawn.

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Coordinates: 39°16′54.1″S 175°34′6.6″E (-39.2817, 175.5685)

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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 Oceania.

What is the weather like in Tongariro National Park right now?

It is currently 32°F (0°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 66% and wind is 5 mph.

When is the best time to visit Tongariro National Park?

January, February and March offer the most comfortable conditions in Tongariro National Park, which has a polar climate. June, September and October 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 5:13 PM.

What is the nearest airport to Tongariro National Park?

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

What are the top things to 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 dataUSPOTUS Atlas dataset (national-parks) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts.
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 1, 2026 at 5:13 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.

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