Things to Do
When to Go
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.
Air Quality:
AQI 23
Good
Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
23°
Warmest Month
6°
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | 14° - 23° | 18° | 87 mm | - | - | 5.0 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | 14° - 23° | 19° | 78 mm | - | - | 4.8 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 14° - 22° | 18° | 103 mm | - | - | 4.6 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 11° - 20° | 15° | 110 mm | - | - | 4.5 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 9° - 17° | 13° | 115 mm | - | - | 4.9 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 7° - 15° | 11° | 147 mm | - | - | 4.6 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 6° - 14° | 10° | 139 mm | - | - | 4.9 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 7° - 15° | 11° | 126 mm | - | - | 5.2 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 8° - 16° | 12° | 117 mm | - | - | 5.2 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 10° - 17° | 13° | 94 mm | - | - | 5.5 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 11° - 19° | 15° | 90 mm | - | - | 5.6 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | 13° - 21° | 17° | 80 mm | - | - | 4.9 m/s | - | - |
Getting There & Around
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.
