Nelson & the Abel Tasman
A coastal park you walk or kayak between golden beaches with no roads to interrupt the route, more sunshine hours than almost anywhere else in the country, and an arts and crafts scene that has made the town a magnet for potters and painters alike.
The best time to visit Nelson & the Abel Tasman is Dec–Mar, when typical daytime highs reach about 13°C (55°F). Local time there is 05:28 (UTC+13).
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The year at a glance
January · high 22°C · rain 29mm · 14.8h of daylight · in the recommended window
shaded columns are the recommended window
Averages for 2019–2023 from Open-Meteo’s archive, not a forecast
| Month | High °CHigh °F | Rain mmRain in | Light | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22°C72°F | 29mm1.1in | 14.8h14.8h | in the recommended window |
| February | 21°C71°F | 100mm3.9in | 13.8h13.8h | in the recommended window |
| March | 20°C68°F | 92mm3.6in | 12.5h12.5h | in the recommended window |
| April | 17°C63°F | 78mm3.1in | 11.0h11.0h | |
| May | 15°C60°F | 146mm5.7in | 9.8h9.8h | |
| June | 13°C56°F | 106mm4.2in | 9.2h9.2h | |
| July | 12°C54°F | 147mm5.8in | 9.5h9.5h | |
| August | 13°C55°F | 127mm5.0in | 10.5h10.5h | |
| September | 14°C58°F | 94mm3.7in | 11.9h11.9h | |
| October | 16°C61°F | 81mm3.2in | 13.3h13.3h | |
| November | 18°C65°F | 121mm4.8in | 14.5h14.5h | |
| December | 20°C68°F | 120mm4.7in | 15.1h15.1h | in the recommended window |
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When is the best time to visit Nelson & the Abel Tasman?
The best time to visit Nelson & the Abel Tasman is Dec–Mar, when typical daytime highs reach about 13°C (55°F).
How warm does Nelson & the Abel Tasman get?
Typical daytime highs in Nelson & the Abel Tasman are Mar–May 18°C (64°F), Jun–Aug 13°C (55°F), Sep–Nov 16°C (61°F), Dec–Feb 21°C (70°F).
Is Nelson & the Abel Tasman expensive?
On the ground, Nelson & the Abel Tasman is middling.
What sort of trip is Nelson & the Abel Tasman good for?
Nelson & the Abel Tasman is good for nature and scenery, beach and sun holidays, adventure holidays, relaxing holidays.
How rainy is Nelson & the Abel Tasman?
The wettest month in Nelson & the Abel Tasman is July at 147mm (5.8in), the driest January at 29mm (1.1in), with a monthly average of 103mm (4.1in).
What plug do I need for Nelson & the Abel Tasman?
Nelson & the Abel Tasman uses type I sockets at 230 V.
