Hobbiton Movie Set Travel Guide
Hobbiton Movie Set travel guide: interactive map, live weather, best time to visit, things to do and nearby places.
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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 57°F (14°C) in Hobbiton Movie Set with mainly clear. It feels like 49°F. Today runs from 40°F to 58°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Hobbiton Movie Set is February and March. The climate is temperate. June, July and September tend to be the least comfortable months. February is the warmest month with average highs near 74°F, while August is the coldest with lows near 40°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 about average for August. The forecast high of 58°F is in line with the 56°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 11 AM to 2 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. photography is the strongest bet in Hobbiton Movie Set today at 9.5/10. 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
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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 1:54 PM, Aug 25 local time.
Weekend outlook
🌧️ 60° / 47°
Showers · 75% rain · wind 12 mph
☁️ 57° / 44°
Overcast · 25% rain · wind 18 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 | 1:54 PM (UTC+12:00) |
| 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 September - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- 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 September - 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 57°F (14°C) with mainly clear. Humidity is 61% and wind is 15 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 September are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Hobbiton Movie Set in?
Hobbiton Movie Set observes Pacific/Auckland (UTC+12:00). The local time is 1:54 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 August 25, 2026 at 1:54 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
