Climate of Taranaki, New Zealand
Area-weighted average across Taranaki. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Taranaki, a subdivision of New Zealand, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 7.8°C / 46°F in July to 16.8°C / 62.2°F in February, with rainfall from 111 mm / 4.4 in to 183 mm / 7.2 in depending on the season (1880 mm / 74 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16.7°C62.1°F | 140 mm5.5″ | — |
| February | 16.8°C62.2°F | 111 mm4.4″ | — |
| March | 15.7°C60.3°F | 130 mm5.1″ | — |
| April | 13.2°C55.8°F | 142 mm5.6″ | — |
| May | 10.6°C51.1°F | 172 mm6.8″ | — |
| June | 8.6°C47.5°F | 176 mm6.9″ | — |
| July | 7.8°C46°F | 178 mm7″ | — |
| August | 8.6°C47.5°F | 168 mm6.6″ | — |
| September | 10.1°C50.2°F | 169 mm6.7″ | — |
| October | 11.7°C53.1°F | 183 mm7.2″ | — |
| November | 13.4°C56.1°F | 156 mm6.1″ | — |
| December | 15.3°C59.5°F | 155 mm6.1″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Taranaki?
Taranaki, New Zealand does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is February at 16.8°C / 62.2°F, and the driest is February at 111 mm / 4.4 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Taranaki?
Taranaki, New Zealand has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 7.8°C / 46°F in July to 16.8°C / 62.2°F in February. Annual rainfall averages about 1880 mm / 74 in, with the wettest month being October (183 mm / 7.2 in) and the driest February (111 mm / 4.4 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Taranaki?
The hottest month in Taranaki is February, with an area-wide average temperature of 16.8°C / 62.2°F.
What is the coldest month in Taranaki?
The coldest month in Taranaki is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 7.8°C / 46°F.
When does it rain most in Taranaki?
The wettest month in Taranaki is October, averaging about 183 mm / 7.2 in of rainfall. The driest is February with about 111 mm / 4.4 in.