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North Crater at a Glance#

How to Get to North Crater#

North Crater is located in the Wellington Region. Access is typically by local roads; consult regional Department of Conservation maps for the nearest public access points and trails.

Tips for Visiting North Crater#

If hiking nearby, check with local DOC (Department of Conservation) notices for trail conditions and safety.
Bring layers - crater rims can be windy and temperatures change quickly.
Photography at sunrise captures the crater's shadowed textures best.

Best Time to Visit North Crater#

Summer months offer the most stable conditions for outdoor access; check local advice for track conditions in shoulder seasons.

Summer

Dec-Feb · 10-20°C (50-68°F)

Warmer and drier, better for outdoor exploration.

Autumn-Spring

Mar-Nov · 5-15°C (41-59°F)

Cooler, with a greater chance of wind and rain; pack accordingly.

Weather & Climate near North Crater#

Climate

North Crater's climate is classified as Subpolar Oceanic - Subpolar Oceanic climate with cool summers (peaking in January) and cold winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from -2°C to 20°C. Heavy rainfall (2089 mm/year), wettest in September.

Air Quality: AQI 29 Good

Temperature & Rainfall

Temperature Range

20°

Warmest Month

-2°

Coldest Month

Monthly Conditions

Month	Comfort	Temp	Feels	Rain	Sky	Humidity	Wind	UV	Daylight
January	-	6° - 20°	13°	155 mm	-	-	4.3 m/s	-	-
February	-	6° - 19°	13°	138 mm	-	-	4.2 m/s	-	-
March	-	5° - 17°	11°	194 mm	-	-	4.5 m/s	-	-
April	-	3° - 13°	5°	123 mm	-	-	4.4 m/s	-	-
May	-	1° - 9°	1°	150 mm	-	-	4.6 m/s	-	-
June	-	-1° - 7°	-1°	146 mm	-	-	4.2 m/s	-	-
July	-	-2° - 6°	-2°	153 mm	-	-	4.2 m/s	-	-
August	-	-1° - 7°	-2°	169 mm	-	-	5.3 m/s	-	-
September	-	0° - 9°	0°	261 mm	-	-	5.7 m/s	-	-
October	-	1° - 12°	3°	168 mm	-	-	5.6 m/s	-	-
November	-	3° - 15°	6°	204 mm	-	-	5.7 m/s	-	-
December	-	5° - 17°	11°	228 mm	-	-	4.9 m/s	-	-