Auckland
City in New Zealand
Located in New Zealand, Auckland is home to about 1.47 million people as of 2020. This city is not the capital, sitting 494 km from Wellington, and offers visitors a mix of urban landmarks and natural sites.
What to see
The city features the Sky Tower, which stands as a prominent landmark. For outdoor views, visitors can explore Maungakiekie / One Tree Hill. Other points of interest in the area include the Auckland Art Gallery, Auckland Botanic Gardens, Auckland Domain, Auckland War Memorial Museum, and Auckland Zoo. Travelers can also visit Mount Eden, the Auckland isthmus, Kelly Tarlton's Sea Life Aquarium, the Holy Trinity Cathedral, the Chelsea Sugar Refinery, and Howick Historical Village.
When to go
The warmest months are January and February, with daily highs around 21 °C to 22 °C and relatively lower rainfall, averaging 72 mm to 73 mm. Temperatures drop through the middle of the year, reaching daily highs of 14 °C in June and July. These winter months are also the wettest, with rainfall reaching 125 mm to 140 mm over approximately 17 days. If you prefer warmer, drier weather, late spring through early autumn is the most suitable time for a visit.
Getting there
Auckland International Airport is located 18 km from the city. It serves as the primary gateway for air travel to the region.
Top sights in Auckland
Weather by month
The warmest month is February, with an average high of 22 °C. Rain is spread fairly evenly through the year.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 21 | 22 | 21 | 18 | 16 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 18 | 20 |
| Average low, °C | 17 | 18 | 17 | 15 | 13 | 11 | 10 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 14 | 16 |
| Rainfall, mm | 72 | 73 | 82 | 92 | 112 | 125 | 140 | 120 | 101 | 95 | 81 | 92 |
| Rainy days | 9 | 10 | 12 | 13 | 16 | 16 | 17 | 17 | 16 | 13 | 12 | 11 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Auckland (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
Also worth a look
- Auckland Art Gallery
- Auckland Botanic Gardens
- Auckland Domain
- Auckland War Memorial Museum
- Auckland Zoo
- Auckland isthmus
- Chelsea Sugar Refinery
- Holy Trinity Cathedral, Auckland
- Howick Historical Village
- Kelly Tarlton's Sea Life Aquarium
- Manukau City
- Mount Eden
- Museum of Transport and Technology
- New Zealand Maritime Museum
- Pah Homestead
- St Patrick's Cathedral, Auckland