Madonna Falls Waterfall
Scenic waterfall on Taranaki's forested slopes
Waterfall in Taranaki reached by a short bush walk; visitors photograph the falls, enjoy native forest and include it on coastal or regional driving routes.
Madonna Falls at a Glance#
How to Get to Madonna Falls#
The falls are reachable by car from regional centres in Taranaki. Follow local forest and park signage; parking is usually roadside with a short walking track to the falls.
Tips for Visiting Madonna Falls#
- Combine the waterfall walk with a visit to nearby Taranaki forest reserves for a longer day hike.
- Check the river flow after heavy rain - volume at the falls can increase quickly.
- Look for a small roadside parking area and follow marked tracks; some local signage is minimal.
Best Time to Visit Madonna Falls#
Visit in summer for best access and warmer bathing if desired.
Summer
December-February · 15-25°C
Warmest, best for combining with other outdoor activities.
Autumn
March-May · 10-18°C
Fewer visitors and comfortable hiking conditions.
Weather & Climate near Madonna Falls#
Climate
Madonna Falls's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in February) and cold winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 3°C to 23°C. Abundant rainfall (1722 mm/year), wettest in July, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
Air Quality:
AQI 25
Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
23°
Warmest Month
3°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | 12° - 23° | 17° | 113 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 12° - 23° | 17° | 119 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 10° - 22° | 16° | 134 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 8° - 19° | 13° | 122 mm | - | - | 3.1 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 5° - 15° | 10° | 167 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 4° - 13° | 6° | 159 mm | - | - | 3.6 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 3° - 12° | 5° | 188 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 4° - 13° | 6° | 159 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 5° - 15° | 10° | 143 mm | - | - | 3.8 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 7° - 17° | 12° | 146 mm | - | - | 4.1 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 9° - 19° | 14° | 136 mm | - | - | 4.5 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 11° - 21° | 16° | 136 mm | - | - | 3.6 m/s | - | - |