Ōkiritoto Falls

Waterfall Waterfall in Auckland Region's forested landscape

A waterfall in Auckland Region reached by native-bush tracks. Day hikers come for short forest walks and a close view of the falls outside the city.

Ōkiritoto Falls
-36.7982, 174.4402
Open access
Free (site of natural feature)

How to Get to Ōkiritoto Falls #

Located within the Auckland Region; access is by car followed by a short walk from the nearest parking area. Check the Department of Conservation for any track advisories.

Tips for Visiting Ōkiritoto Falls #

  • Check tide and river levels if the falls are on a tributary - flows vary seasonally.
  • Combine the visit with local forest walks in Auckland Region for varied scenery.
  • Local DOC (Department of Conservation) signage, if present, will indicate any protected zones - follow those instructions.

Best Time to Visit Ōkiritoto Falls #

Best during summer and spring for outdoor access and fuller water flows; check local weather for track conditions.

Summer
Dec-Feb · 15-25°C
Warm and lush; ideal for longer walks and exploration.
Autumn
Mar-May · 10-20°C
Cooler and quieter with rich foliage colours.
Spring
Sep-Nov · 10-18°C
Higher flows and fresh green growth; excellent for photography.

Weather & Climate near Ōkiritoto Falls #

Climate

Ōkiritoto Falls's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in February) and cool winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 6°C to 23°C. Abundant rainfall (1286 mm/year), wettest in June.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
23°
Warmest Month
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 14°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm).

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Mild
18°C
Temperature
14° 23°

Weather

87 mm
Rainfall
5.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is the warmest month with highs of 23°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (78 mm).

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
14° 23°

Weather

78 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C. Significant rainfall (103 mm).

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
14° 22°

Weather

103 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 11°C. Significant rainfall (110 mm).

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
11° 20°

Weather

110 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (115 mm).

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
17°

Weather

115 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 7°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (147 mm).

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
15°

Weather

147 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is the coolest month with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (139 mm).

Comfort

10°
Feels Like Cool
10°C
Temperature
14°

Weather

139 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (126 mm).

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
15°

Weather

126 mm
Rainfall
5.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (117 mm).

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
16°

Weather

117 mm
Rainfall
5.2 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (94 mm).

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
10° 17°

Weather

94 mm
Rainfall
5.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 11°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm).

Comfort

15°
Feels Like Cool
15°C
Temperature
11° 19°

Weather

90 mm
Rainfall
5.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 13°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm).

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
13° 21°

Weather

80 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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