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Exploring Okarito

The city of Okarito has some interesting things to see and do. Popular attractions in and around Okarito include:

• Andris Apse Wilderness Gallery
• Te Wahipounamu
• Glacier Hot Pools
• Waiho Hot Tubs
• Westcoast Wildlife Centre
• Our Lady of the Alps
• Franz Josef Glacier

When is the Best Time to Explore Okarito?

If you're curious when is the best time of year to explore Okarito, you might find this info about seasonal weather helpful when planning your trip. The warmest months in Okarito are typically February and January, whereas the coldest months are usually July and August. The months with the most rain are May and September, whereas February and March have the least.

Here's a rundown on how much rain you can expect and what the temperatures are going to be like:

• From January to March, the average daytime temperature is 12°C and at night it is 2°C. Seasonal average rainfall is 836 mm.
• If you visit between April and June, you can expect an average temp of 7°C during the day and -5°C at night. Average rainfall during this season is 981 mm.
• The daytime average temp from July to September is 2°C and the night-time average is -7°C. Average precipitation for this season is 1013 mm.
• Between October and December, the average temp during the day is 10°C and -3°C at night. Seasonal average rain is 999 mm.
• Average annual rainfall in Okarito is 3828 mm.