Hobbiton Movie Set Travel Guide
Hobbiton Movie Set travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
Summary
Hobbiton Movie Set is a tourist attraction in Waikato. Hobbiton Movie Set is a landmark known for the Shire film set near Matamata.
Right now it is 55°F (13°C) in Hobbiton Movie Set with overcast. It feels like 54°F. Today runs from 44°F to 60°F. Chance of precipitation is 56%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.1/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Hobbiton Movie Set is 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 74°F, while July is the coldest with lows near 41°F.
The closest major airport is Auckland Airport (AKL), about 77 mi away. Nearby highlights include North Island, Lake Taupo, Piha Beach and Tongariro National Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 60°F is 3.4°F below the 63°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. fishing is the strongest bet in Hobbiton Movie Set today at 9.8/10. 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 Hobbiton Movie Set
Interactive map with nearby places. Switch between street, terrain and satellite views.
Coordinates: 37°52′19.6″S 175°40′58.1″E (-37.8721, 175.6828)
Weather in Hobbiton Movie Set right now
Wear sunglasses and use SPF 30+ if you are outside for long.
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 5:14 PM, Oct 1 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌦️ 61° / 48°
Light drizzle · 71% rain · wind 13 mph
🌦️ 61° / 49°
Light drizzle · 34% rain · wind 9 mph
Quick facts about Hobbiton Movie Set
| Type | Attraction |
|---|---|
| Region | Waikato |
| Country | New Zealand |
| Continent | Oceania |
| Coordinates | 37°52′19.6″S 175°40′58.1″E (-37.8721, 175.6828) |
| Known for | the Shire film set near Matamata |
| Local time | 5:14 PM (UTC+13:00) |
| Best months | February and March |
| Climate | Temperate |
Things to do in Hobbiton Movie Set
Attractions, parks and landmarks in and around Hobbiton Movie Set.
Best time to visit Hobbiton Movie Set
Go in February and March. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: June, July and August - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- A packable rain shell - 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid June, July and August - historically the least comfortable months here.
Airports near Hobbiton Movie Set
Closest airports with IATA codes and distances.
| Airport | Code | Distance | Serves |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auckland Airport | AKL | 77 mi | Auckland |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Hobbiton Movie Set?
Hobbiton Movie Set is a tourist attraction in Waikato. Its coordinates are -37.8721, 175.6828. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in Hobbiton Movie Set right now?
It is currently 55°F (13°C) with overcast. Humidity is 80% and wind is 2 mph.
When is the best time to visit Hobbiton Movie Set?
February and March offer the most comfortable conditions in Hobbiton Movie Set, which has a temperate climate. June, July and August are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Hobbiton Movie Set in?
Hobbiton Movie Set observes Pacific/Auckland (UTC+13:00). The local time is 5:14 PM.
What is the nearest airport to Hobbiton Movie Set?
The closest airports are Auckland Airport (AKL), 77 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Hobbiton Movie Set?
Popular options include North Island, Lake Taupo, Piha Beach and Tongariro National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (attractions) - 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 1, 2026 at 5:14 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
