Waitoru Falls

Waterfall Remote waterfall accessible via forested hiking routes

Waitoru Falls
-36.8582, 174.5002
Open year‑round (daylight hours)
Free (natural site)

How to Get to Waitoru Falls #

Waitoru Falls is reached by local roads in the Auckland Region; visitors should consult regional park information for the nearest parking and trackhead details.

Tips for Visiting Waitoru Falls #

  • Summer is best for pleasant walking conditions and easier access to viewing points.
  • Watch for slippery rocks near streams - even brief rains can make paths treacherous.
  • Combine with nearby attractions to make a day of exploring the Auckland Region's rural edges.

Best Time to Visit Waitoru Falls #

Best in summer and autumn for accessibility and pleasant trail conditions.

Summer (Dec-Feb)
Dec-Feb · 18-25°C
Warm and favored for short walks and photography.
Autumn (Mar-May)
Mar-May · 12-20°C
Crisp air and quieter trails; good lighting for photos.

Weather & Climate near Waitoru Falls #

Climate

Waitoru 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 22°C. Abundant rainfall (1449 mm/year), wettest in September.

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

January

January is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C. Regular rainfall (99 mm).

Comfort

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

Weather

99 mm
Rainfall
5.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is the warmest month with highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C. Regular rainfall (87 mm).

Comfort

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

Weather

87 mm
Rainfall
4.6 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 13°C. Significant rainfall (108 mm).

Comfort

18°
Feels Like Cool
18°C
Temperature
13° 22°

Weather

108 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 11°C. Significant rainfall (109 mm).

Comfort

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

Weather

109 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (125 mm).

Comfort

13°
Feels Like Cool
13°C
Temperature
17°

Weather

125 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (161 mm).

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
15°

Weather

161 mm
Rainfall
4.8 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
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (129 mm).

Comfort

11°
Feels Like Cool
11°C
Temperature
14°

Weather

129 mm
Rainfall
5.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 8°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (171 mm).

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
15°

Weather

171 mm
Rainfall
5.4 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (106 mm).

Comfort

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

Weather

106 mm
Rainfall
5.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 11°C. Significant rainfall (105 mm).

Comfort

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

Weather

105 mm
Rainfall
5.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 13°C. Significant rainfall (110 mm).

Comfort

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

Weather

110 mm
Rainfall
5.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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