Taranaki Weather Forecast
Taranaki weather: 59°F, partly cloudy. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in Taranaki?
Possibly - there is a 24% chance in Taranaki today.
A 24% chance means most of the area stays dry; a passing shower is possible but short.
Over the next 7 days, about 0,7 in of precipitation is forecast, with the wettest days falling on Tue, Wed and Thu.
Rainfall over the next 7 days is close to normal for October (0,7 in against a typical 1,1 in).
16-day forecast for Taranaki
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, Oct 26 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 60° / 43° | 24% · 0,0 in | 25 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Oct 27 | 🌦️ Light showers | 61° / 49° | 100% · 0,4 in | 27 mph | 6 |
| Wed, Oct 28 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 58° / 43° | 72% · 0,1 in | 17 mph | 7 |
| Thu, Oct 29 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 61° / 47° | 100% · 0,1 in | 17 mph | 7 |
| Fri, Oct 30 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 61° / 46° | 26% · 0,0 in | 12 mph | 8 |
| Sat, Oct 31 | ☁️ Overcast | 60° / 47° | 10% | 13 mph | 8 |
| Sun, Nov 1 | ☁️ Overcast | 63° / 43° | 10% | 15 mph | 7 |
| Mon, Nov 2 | ☁️ Overcast | 62° / 49° | 41% | 18 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Nov 3 | ☁️ Overcast | 63° / 49° | 64% | 19 mph | 1 |
| Wed, Nov 4 | ☁️ Overcast | 67° / 55° | 62% | 18 mph | 2 |
| Thu, Nov 5 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 68° / 56° | 59% · 0,1 in | 20 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Nov 6 | 🌦️ Light showers | 65° / 57° | 45% · 0,9 in | 19 mph | 7 |
| Sat, Nov 7 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 65° / 47° | 46% · 0,0 in | 11 mph | 7 |
| Sun, Nov 8 | ☁️ Overcast | 63° / 45° | 36% | 14 mph | 8 |
| Mon, Nov 9 | ☁️ Overcast | 66° / 51° | 40% | 15 mph | 8 |
| Tue, Nov 10 | 🌥️ Fog | 69° / 47° | 29% | 11 mph | 8 |
What this means for Taranaki
Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 60°F is in line with the 60°F typical for this month.
A 24% chance means most of the area stays dry; a passing shower is possible but short.
Gusts to 40 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.
Southern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in December to February.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 48°F.
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 40 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid June, July and August - historically the least comfortable months here.
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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 59°F (15°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 69% and wind is 23 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 August are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Taranaki in?
Taranaki observes Pacific/Auckland (UTC+13:00). The local time is 11:28 AM.
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 October 27, 2026 at 11:28 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
