Taupo Weather Forecast
Taupo weather: 56°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Climate in Taupo 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° | 5,2 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 71° | 56° | 3,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 65° | 52° | 2,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 61° | 50° | 4,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 56° | 44° | 3,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 53° | 43° | 4,7 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| July | 50° | 39° | 4,5 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 51° | 39° | 2,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 55° | 43° | 5,2 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 59° | 46° | 4,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 64° | 51° | 5,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 69° | 55° | 4,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit Taupo
Go in January, February, March and December. 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.
Recent extremes in Taupo
Highest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How Taupo compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Taupo.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Taupo | 12 mi | 55°F | +33°F warmer | 61 in |
| North Island | 33 mi | 51°F | 34°F cooler | 72 in |
| Rotorua | 39 mi | 55°F | +34°F warmer | 55 in |
| Tongariro National Park | 49 mi | 28°F | 57°F cooler | 108 in |
| Hobbiton Movie Set | 60 mi | 56°F | +35°F warmer | 58 in |
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 September - historically the least comfortable months here.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Taupo?
Taupo is a city in Waikato. Its coordinates are -38.6857, 176.0702. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in Taupo right now?
It is currently 56°F (13°C) with overcast. Humidity is 79% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Taupo?
January, February, March and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Taupo, which has a temperate climate. June, July and September are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Taupo in?
Taupo observes Pacific/Auckland (UTC+12:00). The local time is 12:12 PM.
How many people live in Taupo?
Taupo has a population of approximately 26.000.
What is the nearest airport to Taupo?
The closest airports are Auckland Airport (AKL), 135 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Taupo?
Popular options include Lake Taupo, North Island, Tongariro National Park, Hobbiton Movie Set and Piha Beach.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-supported) - 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 27, 2026 at 12:12 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
