Taranaki Weather Forecast
Taranaki weather: 60°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Taranaki weather in December
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Climate in Taranaki 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 | 70° | 55° | 3,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 71° | 54° | 1,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 67° | 51° | 2,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 64° | 50° | 5,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 58° | 44° | 3,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 56° | 44° | 5,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 54° | 40° | 6,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| August | 54° | 40° | 2,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 58° | 44° | 4,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 60° | 46° | 4,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 64° | 50° | 3,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 68° | 54° | 5,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit Taranaki
Go in January, 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 - 4 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.
How Taranaki compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Taranaki.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tongariro National Park | 61 mi | 28°F | 58°F cooler | 108 in |
| Manawatu-Whanganui | 64 mi | 54°F | about the same | 51 in |
| North Island | 82 mi | 51°F | 35°F cooler | 72 in |
| Lake Taupo | 88 mi | 55°F | about the same | 61 in |
| Taupo | 99 mi | 54°F | 33°F cooler | 50 in |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Taranaki?
Taranaki is a region in New Zealand. Its coordinates are -39.3538, 174.4383. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in Taranaki right now?
It is currently 60°F (15°C) with overcast. Humidity is 71% and wind is 11 mph.
When is the best time to visit Taranaki?
January, February and March offer the most comfortable conditions in Taranaki, which has a temperate climate. June, July and September are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Taranaki in?
Taranaki observes Pacific/Auckland (UTC+12:00). The local time is 1:00 PM.
How many people live in Taranaki?
Taranaki has a population of approximately 127.000.
What is the nearest airport to Taranaki?
The closest airports are Auckland Airport (AKL), 163 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Taranaki?
Popular options include Tongariro National Park, North Island, Lake Taupo, Hobbiton Movie Set 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 26, 2026 at 1:00 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
