Best Time to Hike GW - 04 Abel Tasman Coast Track
Month-by-month temperatures and rainfall for GW - 04 Abel Tasman Coast Track, New Zealand, based on 2-year climate normals.
Month-by-month weather on GW - 04 Abel Tasman Coast Track
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19.6°C / 67°F | 11.4°C / 53°F | 121 mm | 13 |
| February | 20.4°C / 69°F | 11.1°C / 52°F | 84 mm | 7 |
| March | 18.4°C / 65°F | 9.2°C / 49°F | 57 mm | 9 |
| April | 16°C / 61°F | 8.8°C / 48°F | 303 mm | 14 |
| May | 13.3°C / 56°F | 5.1°C / 41°F | 143 mm | 9 |
| June | 11.6°C / 53°F | 4.6°C / 40°F | 307 mm | 13 |
| July | 10.9°C / 52°F | 3.5°C / 38°F | 262 mm | 14 |
| August | 11.5°C / 53°F | 3.1°C / 38°F | 129 mm | 10 |
| September | 13.2°C / 56°F | 4.3°C / 40°F | 121 mm | 14 |
| October | 14.9°C / 59°F | 6.3°C / 43°F | 264 mm | 18 |
| November | 17.6°C / 64°F | 8.5°C / 47°F | 168 mm | 11 |
| December | 19.6°C / 67°F | 10.5°C / 51°F | 141 mm | 11 |
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 - 04 Abel Tasman Coast Track are March. Expect daytime highs around 18°C (64°F) and nights near 9°C (48°F).
Pack flexible layers and a reliable rain shell — conditions can shift quickly in the mountains.
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