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Exploring Matahina Forest

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

• Lake Tarawera
• Awakeri Hot Springs
• Mount Tarawera
• Lake Rotoma
• Waimangu Volcanic Valley
• Tarawera Falls
• Lake Rerewhakaaitu

When arranging your Matahina Forest getaway, you can also use ebookers to find a convenient flight into Whakatane (WHK) Airport. You can narrow down your search by number of stops, airline or time of departure to identify one that works best for you.

When is the Best Time to Explore Matahina Forest?

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

Here's an overview 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 23°C and at night it is 12°C. Seasonal average rainfall is 350 mm.
• If you visit between April and June, you can expect an average temp of 18°C during the day and 6°C at night. Average rainfall during this season is 457 mm.
• The daytime average temp from July to September is 14°C and the night-time average is 5°C. Average precipitation for this season is 473 mm.
• Between October and December, the average temp during the day is 21°C and 7°C at night. Seasonal average rain is 380 mm.
• Average annual rainfall in Matahina Forest is 1660 mm.