Best Time to Hike GW - 02 Tongariro Northern Circuit
Month-by-month temperatures and rainfall for GW - 02 Tongariro Northern Circuit, New Zealand, based on 2-year climate normals.
Month-by-month weather on GW - 02 Tongariro Northern Circuit
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14.1°C / 57°F | 5.7°C / 42°F | 192 mm | 17 |
| February | 14.9°C / 59°F | 6.4°C / 44°F | 149 mm | 13 |
| March | 11.7°C / 53°F | 3.6°C / 38°F | 128 mm | 14 |
| April | 9.8°C / 50°F | 3.6°C / 38°F | 293 mm | 15 |
| May | 6.5°C / 44°F | 0.2°C / 32°F | 232 mm | 12 |
| June | 5°C / 41°F | -0.6°C / 31°F | 303 mm | 14 |
| July | 3.9°C / 39°F | -1.8°C / 29°F | 317 mm | 14 |
| August | 3.7°C / 39°F | -2.1°C / 28°F | 259 mm | 15 |
| September | 5.4°C / 42°F | -1°C / 30°F | 345 mm | 22 |
| October | 7.9°C / 46°F | 1°C / 34°F | 447 mm | 20 |
| November | 12°C / 54°F | 4.2°C / 40°F | 284 mm | 18 |
| December | 13.5°C / 56°F | 5.5°C / 42°F | 208 mm | 18 |
Highlighted rows are the recommended hiking window. Climate normals via Open-Meteo (2-year average). Mountain weather varies — always check a live forecast before you set off.
The best months to hike GW - 02 Tongariro Northern Circuit are January, February, March. Expect daytime highs around 14°C (57°F) and nights near 5°C (41°F).
Pack flexible layers and a reliable rain shell — conditions can shift quickly in the mountains.
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