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When to go · Arrowtown

Arrowtown in May

Great month. Inside Arrowtown's best window: Mar–May (autumn colour), Dec–Mar (summer walking).

Key facts

Verdict
Great
Temperature
12°C / 2°C
average high / low
Rain days
9
Crowds
Low
New Zealand overall
Prices
Low
New Zealand overall

Verdict

GreatBest and avoid months for Arrowtown

Inside Arrowtown's best window: Mar–May (autumn colour), Dec–Mar (summer walking).

Weather in May

Long-term averages
  • ArrowtownHighs around 12 °C, lows around 2 °C, rain on about 9 days

Crowds and prices

Crowds · New Zealand overall
Low
Prices · New Zealand overall
Low

New Zealand overall: Cool and short days; Great Walk huts leave peak season, services thin; good value in the north.

What to pack

  • A warm coat, hat and gloves for mornings and evenings

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