Best Time to Hike GW - 08 Kepler Track
Month-by-month temperatures and rainfall for GW - 08 Kepler Track, New Zealand, based on 2-year climate normals.
Month-by-month weather on GW - 08 Kepler Track
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62°F17°C | 46°F8°C | 223 mm | 17 |
| February | 61°F16°C | 47°F8°C | 157 mm | 14 |
| March | 56°F14°C | 44°F7°C | 191 mm | 17 |
| April | 54°F12°C | 43°F6°C | 212 mm | 18 |
| May | 47°F8°C | 38°F3°C | 159 mm | 17 |
| June | 44°F6°C | 35°F2°C | 198 mm | 13 |
| July | 44°F7°C | 35°F2°C | 124 mm | 13 |
| August | 44°F7°C | 34°F1°C | 211 mm | 15 |
| September | 45°F7°C | 35°F2°C | 499 mm | 25 |
| October | 49°F9°C | 37°F3°C | 410 mm | 24 |
| November | 56°F13°C | 40°F5°C | 256 mm | 18 |
| December | 59°F15°C | 44°F7°C | 236 mm | 22 |
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 - 08 Kepler Track are January, February, March. Expect daytime highs around 59°F15°C and nights near 45°F7°C.
Pack flexible layers and a reliable rain shell — conditions can shift quickly in the mountains.
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