Far Far North, New Zealand: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]

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Traveling to Far Far North, New Zealand? If you're planning to go to Far Far North, I have some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.

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About your travel guide

Hi! I'm Dev. I've traveled all over the world and in my travels, I have made many packing lists. In this series, my team and I have compiled the most useful information, as well as things we couldn't live without, to help you plan your trip.


When to go to Far Far North, New Zealand

Based on the climate and weather in Far Far North, the best time to go is January. See below for details.

Important essentials for Far Far North, New Zealand

Here are some general tips on what to wear in Far Far North, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.

COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022


  • Travel disinfecting wipes

    Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.


  • Travel insurance

    If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans


  • Hand sanitizer

    This hand sanitizer is a good plane-friendly option.


  • Kids' KN95 masks

    N95 masks don't exist for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).


  • N95 masks to use in crowded airports

    These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID-19 protection you can have.


  • A vaccine card protector

    Vaccine cards may get worn. An unreadable vaccination card may result in severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps avoid that.

General health necessities

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What to wear/what to pack for Far Far North, New Zealand by month

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January

Traveling to Far Far North in January, you will notice that it is warm. Expect it to rain 5-10 days this month. Daytime temperatures are in the 70s F (low 20s C).

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February

February is a perfect temperature. Temperatures average in the 70s F (mid 20s C) during the day. It rains a bit less than half of the time.

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March

In March, Far Far North is warm and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the low 70s F (low 20s C) range. At night, lows are in the low 60s F (mid 10s C). This is also a rainy time for Far Far North, with several of the days of the month having rain.

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April

April in Far Far North is mild and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the high 60s F (low 20s C) during the day. It rains about half of the time.

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May

If you vacation in Far Far North during May, you may find that it is balmy and somewhat rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the 60s F (high 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 50s F (low 10s C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about half of the time.

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June

If you vacation in Far Far North during June, you may see that it is crisp and very rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 60s F (mid 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 50s F (low 10s C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about half of the time.

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July

In July, Far Far North is cool and very rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the low 60s F (mid 10s C) range. At night, lows are in the high 40s F (single digits C). This is also a rainy time for Far Far North, with more than half of the days of the month having rain.

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August

If you go to Far Far North in August, you will notice that it is relatively cool and very rainy. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 60s F (mid 10s C).

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September

If you go to Far Far North in September, you will notice that it is chilly and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 60s F (high 10s C).

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October

October in Far Far North is relatively cool and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the 60s F (high 10s C) during the day. It rains about half of the time.

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November

November in Far Far North is balmy and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the high 60s F (high 10s C) during the day. It rains a bit less than half of the time.

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December

If you visit Far Far North during December, you will probably see that it is balmy and somewhat rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the low 70s F (low 20s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the high 50s F (mid 10s C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about a third of the time.

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Activities for Far Far North, New Zealand

Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Far Far North.

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