Ohakune, New Zealand: What to pack, what to wear, and when to go [2022]
Traveling to Ohakune, New Zealand? If you're planning to go to Ohakune, we've got some important information about when to go, what to wear, and what to pack.
Contents
- When to go to Ohakune
- Important essentials for Ohakune
- Activities for Ohakune
- Ohakune in January: weather and what to pack
- Ohakune in February: weather and what to pack
- Ohakune in March: weather and what to pack
- Ohakune in April: weather and what to pack
- Ohakune in May: weather and what to pack
- Ohakune in June: weather and what to pack
- Ohakune in July: weather and what to pack
- Ohakune in August: weather and what to pack
- Ohakune in September: weather and what to pack
- Ohakune in October: weather and what to pack
- Ohakune in November: weather and what to pack
- Ohakune in December: weather and what to pack

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 Ohakune, New Zealand
Based on the climate and weather in Ohakune, the best time to go is February. See below for details.
Important essentials for Ohakune, New Zealand
Here are some general tips on what to wear in Ohakune, as well as several items to remember to pack when traveling there.
COVID-19 ESSENTIALS FOR 2022
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Hand sanitizer
This hand sanitizer is a good TSA-friendly option.
Travel insurance
If you or a companion get COVID-19, your amazing trip can be ruined. Good travel insurance can help. See plans
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Travel disinfecting wipes
Use these to sanitize plane and hotel surfaces.
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Kids' KN95 masks
N95 masks are not available for kids. These are a good alternative (and can also be used by adults if N95 masks are not available).
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N95 masks to use in crowded airports
These N95 masks provide the best level of COVID-19 protection available.
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A vaccine card protector
Vaccine cards frequently get worn. An unreadable card can cause severe consequences. This vaccine card protector helps stop that.
General health necessities
Virus/bacteria filtering water bottle
Some rural areas may have unreliable tap water, so it's important to take a contaminant filtering water bottle.
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Travel first aid kit
This one is a great value.
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Emergency motion sickness relief
Don't forget these
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Voice and data SIM card
A SIM card that works in Ohakune. A good global SIM card works in most countries, but check the country list before buying.
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Power bank for devices
A portable power bank, like this one
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Plug adapter
A plug adapter that supports outlet types I. This one works in most places, but you may want to check with your hotel.
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Airplane or car necessities
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Money/passport pouch
A money pouch is vital for protecting your passport and credit cards.
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For families with young children
What to wear/what to pack for Ohakune, New Zealand by month
Already know when you're traveling?
January
January 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.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Light and heavy skirts
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Light jacket or fleece
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Standard footwear
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Pants or jeans
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Extra socks
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Long sleeve shirts or blouses
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Dresses
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A rain coat to layer with a jacket
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100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
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Rain pants
These are essential in heavy rain.
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Waterproof phone bag
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Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
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Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags remain dry. We suggest:
If you go to the Ohakune Railway Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
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Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
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Comfy walking shoes
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Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
February
In February, Ohakune is mild and somewhat rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the high 60s F (low 20s C) range. At night, lows are in the low 40s F (single digits C). This is also a rainy time for Ohakune, with several of the days of the month having rain.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Pants or jeans
-
Light and heavy skirts
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
Extra socks
-
Light jacket or fleece
-
Standard footwear
-
Dresses
-
A rain coat to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These can be essential in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is a great one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags stay dry. We recommend:
If you go to the Ohakune Railway Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
March
If you are traveling to Ohakune in March, you will notice that it is mild and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the 60s F (high 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
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Extra socks
-
Pants or jeans
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
Light and heavy skirts
-
Light jacket or fleece
-
Dresses
-
Standard footwear
-
A rain poncho to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants will be essential in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags stay dry. We suggest:
If you go to the Ohakune Railway Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
April
April in Ohakune is crisp and somewhat rainy. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 40s F (single digits C). It tends to rain about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Light jacket or fleece
-
Standard footwear
-
Extra socks
-
Light and heavy skirts
-
Dresses
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
Pants or jeans
-
A rain poncho to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants will be essential in heavy rain.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a perfect choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases remain dry. We recommend:
If you go to the Ohakune Railway Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
May
May is pretty cool and somewhat rainy. Temperatures average in the low 50s F (low 10s C) during the day. There is frost about a third of the time. It rains about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
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Warm pants or jeans
-
Light gloves or mittens
-
Jacket or coat
-
Extra socks
-
Fleece
-
Lip balm
In our opinion, the best pick: this one
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Standard footwear
-
A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These pants will be essential in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags remain dry. We recommend:
If you go to the Ohakune Railway Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
June
If you visit Ohakune during June, you might find that it is cold and very rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 40s F (single digits C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the 30s F (single digits C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about half of the time. There is frost 5-10 days this month.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Light gloves or mittens
-
Extra socks
-
Fleece
-
Warm pants or jeans
-
Lip balm
In our opinion, the best choice: here
-
Jacket or coat
-
Standard footwear
-
A rain jacket to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These are vital in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a perfect choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings remain dry. We like:
If you go to the Ohakune Railway Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
July
July in Ohakune is pretty cool and very rainy. The average overnight temperatures in the area are in the low 30s F (single digits C). It tends to rain about two thirds of the time. There is frost about a third of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Lip balm
In our opinion, the best choice: this
-
Fleece
-
Light gloves or mittens
-
Jacket or coat
-
Extra socks
-
Warm pants or jeans
-
Standard footwear
-
A rain coat to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants will be essential in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a perfect choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags stay dry. We recommend:
If you go to the Ohakune Railway Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
August
In August, Ohakune can be very chilly and very rainy. Temperatures routinely are in the high 40s F (single digits C) range. At night, lows are in the 30s F (single digits C). This is also a rainy time for Ohakune, with more than half of the days of the month having rain. There is frost a bit less than half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Light gloves or mittens
-
Warm pants or jeans
-
Lip balm
In our opinion, the best choice: this
-
Fleece
-
Extra socks
-
Jacket or coat
-
Standard footwear
-
A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These can be vital in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is an excellent choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases stay dry. We like:
If you go to the Ohakune Railway Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
September
September is brisk and very rainy. Temperatures average in the low 50s F (low 10s C) during the day. There is frost occasionally. It rains about two thirds of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Jacket or coat
-
Extra socks
-
Light gloves or mittens
-
Warm pants or jeans
-
Fleece
-
Lip balm
In our opinion, the best option: here
-
Standard footwear
-
A rain jacket to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We use rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants will be vital in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Umbrella
This one is an excellent one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your belongings stay dry. We recommend:
If you go to the Ohakune Railway Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
October
If you vacation in Ohakune during October, you will probably find that it is cool and somewhat rainy. Temperatures tend to hover around the high 50s F (mid 10s C) during the day, while at night they can dip into the low 40s F (single digits C). In terms of precipitation, you can expect it to rain about half of the time.
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
Light jacket or fleece
-
Standard footwear
-
Pants or jeans
-
Dresses
-
Extra socks
-
Light and heavy skirts
-
A rain jacket to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We recommend rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These will be essential in a storm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a perfect one to buy.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your things stay dry. We like:
If you go to the Ohakune Railway Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
November
If you are traveling to Ohakune in November, you will notice that it is cool and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the low 60s F (high 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Standard footwear
-
Dresses
-
Light jacket or fleece
-
Light and heavy skirts
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
Extra socks
-
Pants or jeans
-
A rain poncho to layer with another jacket
-
100% waterproof footwear
We suggest rain boots:
-
Rain pants
These will be a lifesaver in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Windproof umbrella
This one is a perfect choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your bags don't get wet. We like:
If you go to the Ohakune Railway Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
December
If you are traveling to Ohakune in December, you will notice that it is balmy and somewhat rainy. Expect it to rain about half of the time. Daytime temperatures are in the 60s F (high 10s C).
What to wear/what to pack:
-
Dresses
-
Pants or jeans
-
Light and heavy skirts
-
Extra socks
-
Standard footwear
-
Long sleeve shirts or blouses
-
Light jacket or fleece
-
A rain jacket to layer with a coat
-
100% waterproof footwear
We like these rain boots:
-
Rain pants
Rain pants are vital in a rainstorm.
-
Waterproof phone bag
-
Wind resistant umbrella
This one is a perfect choice.
-
Waterproof bag/luggage cover
So your suitcases don't get wet. We suggest:
If you go to the Ohakune Railway Museum, wear museum-appropriate clothing and take:
-
Small portable cooler
Save money on drinks with this portable cooler.
-
Comfy walking shoes
-
Ultralight day pack
Like this, so you don't have to lug around a heavy suitcase.
Activities for Ohakune, New Zealand
Here are some activity recommendations and activity-specific packing tips for Ohakune.
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