Auckland Region Weather Forecast
Auckland Region weather: 62°F, drizzle. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Auckland Region weather in December
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Climate in Auckland Region month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 73° | 63° | 5,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 74° | 63° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 71° | 59° | 3,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 67° | 59° | 6,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 63° | 53° | 3,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 61° | 52° | 4,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 58° | 48° | 6,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 58° | 47° | 2,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 61° | 52° | 3,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 64° | 54° | 4,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 68° | 57° | 4,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 72° | 61° | 4,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit Auckland Region
Go in February and March. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: April, June and July - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- A packable rain shell - 3 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 47 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid April, June and July - historically the least comfortable months here.
How Auckland Region compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Auckland Region.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waikato | 71 mi | 58°F | 35°F cooler | 49 in |
| Hobbiton Movie Set | 87 mi | 56°F | 36°F cooler | 58 in |
| Bay of Plenty | 96 mi | 58°F | 35°F cooler | 63 in |
| Northland | 114 mi | 59°F | 34°F cooler | 51 in |
| Paihia | 115 mi | 61°F | about the same | 53 in |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Auckland Region?
Auckland Region is a region in New Zealand. Its coordinates are -36.8485, 174.7633. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in Auckland Region right now?
It is currently 62°F (17°C) with drizzle. Humidity is 68% and wind is 20 mph.
When is the best time to visit Auckland Region?
February and March offer the most comfortable conditions in Auckland Region, which has a temperate climate. April, June and July are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Auckland Region in?
Auckland Region observes Pacific/Auckland (UTC+12:00). The local time is 5:43 PM.
How many people live in Auckland Region?
Auckland Region has a population of approximately 1.7 million.
What is the nearest airport to Auckland Region?
The closest airports are Auckland Airport (AKL), 11 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Auckland Region?
Popular options include Piha Beach, Hobbiton Movie Set, North Island, Lake Taupo and Tongariro National Park.
What places are in Auckland Region?
Auckland Region covers 2 places in this atlas, including Auckland and Piha Beach.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (nz-regions) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate 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 August 23, 2026 at 5:43 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
