Wharepoke Falls

Waterfall Scenic waterfall in Auckland Region

Waterfall in the Auckland Region; accessible by local walking tracks, visited for cascading water, native bush and short day hikes from nearby towns.

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Wharepoke Falls
Wharepoke Falls, Auckland Region, New Zealand
-35.2082, 173.9502
Open access year-round
Free (public access)

How to Get to Wharepoke Falls #

Access is usually via local rural roads and short tracks from nearby settlements in the Auckland Region. Consult regional DOC maps or local council information for exact approaches and parking.

Tips for Visiting Wharepoke Falls #

  • The falls can be slippery-approach from designated viewpoints rather than scrambling down the bank.
  • Combine with a walk in the Wenderholm or local regional reserves if exploring northern Auckland.
  • Mornings are quieter for birdwatching and softer light for photography.

Best Time to Visit Wharepoke Falls #

Visit in spring for stronger flows and in summer for easier access and longer daylight.

Spring
Sep-Nov · 12-20°C
Good flow after winter rains; wildflowers nearby.
Summer
Dec-Feb · 18-25°C
Warmer weather and easier walking on tracks.
Autumn
Mar-May · 12-22°C
Crisp light and reduced midges; quieter tracks.

Weather & Climate near Wharepoke Falls #

Climate

Wharepoke Falls's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in February) and cool winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from 8°C to 24°C. Abundant rainfall (1402 mm/year), wettest in July.

Temperature & Rainfall
Temperature Range
24°
Warmest Month
Coldest Month
Monthly Conditions

January

January is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 15°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm).

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
15° 23°

Weather

92 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

February

February is the warmest month with highs of 24°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (102 mm).

Comfort

20°
Feels Like Mild
20°C
Temperature
16° 24°

Weather

102 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

March

March is mild with highs of 22°C and lows of 15°C. Significant rainfall (126 mm).

Comfort

19°
Feels Like Mild
19°C
Temperature
15° 23°

Weather

126 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

April

April is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 13°C. Regular rainfall (100 mm).

Comfort

17°
Feels Like Cool
17°C
Temperature
13° 20°

Weather

100 mm
Rainfall
4.9 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

May

May is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 11°C. Significant rainfall (118 mm).

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
11° 18°

Weather

118 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

June

June is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 9°C. Significant rainfall (158 mm).

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
16°

Weather

158 mm
Rainfall
4.1 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

July

July is the coolest month with highs of 15°C and lows of 8°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (160 mm).

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
15°

Weather

160 mm
Rainfall
4.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

August

August is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 8°C. Significant rainfall (137 mm).

Comfort

12°
Feels Like Cool
12°C
Temperature
15°

Weather

137 mm
Rainfall
4.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

September

September is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 10°C. Significant rainfall (128 mm).

Comfort

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

Weather

128 mm
Rainfall
5.0 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

October

October is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (97 mm).

Comfort

14°
Feels Like Cool
14°C
Temperature
10° 18°

Weather

97 mm
Rainfall
5.3 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

November

November is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 12°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm).

Comfort

16°
Feels Like Cool
16°C
Temperature
12° 20°

Weather

95 mm
Rainfall
5.5 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

December

December is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 14°C. Regular rainfall (89 mm).

Comfort

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

Weather

89 mm
Rainfall
4.8 m/s
Wind
Light Breeze

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