Taupo in January
7.5out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Mild: highs around 21°C. Frequent rain: about 11 rainy days.
21°CAvg high
12°CAvg low
11Rainy days (88 mm)
14:25 hDaylight
06:12Sunrise · 20:38 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 21°C
- Frequent rain: about 11 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±4.0 days)
What to wear and pack
- Layers you can add or remove
- A light jacket for cooler evenings
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in January varies a lot between years (±4.0 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 21°C | 12°C | 88 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.5 |
| February | 21°C | 12°C | 84 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.7 |
| March | 19°C | 11°C | 86 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.3 |
| April | 16°C | 9°C | 104 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.6 |
| May | 13°C | 7°C | 110 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.1 |
| June | 11°C | 5°C | 114 mm | 12 | – | – | 5.5 |
| July | 10°C | 4°C | 124 mm | 13 | – | – | 5.2 |
| August | 11°C | 4°C | 120 mm | 14 | – | – | 5.3 |
| September | 13°C | 5°C | 124 mm | 15 | – | – | 5.4 |
| October | 15°C | 7°C | 116 mm | 15 | – | – | 5.8 |
| November | 17°C | 8°C | 108 mm | 13 | – | – | 6.4 |
| December | 19°C | 11°C | 118 mm | 14 | – | – | 6.6 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Taupo in January?
Daytime highs average 21°C and nights about 12°C.
When is the best time to visit Taupo?
The best months are February, January, March.