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Exploring Rangitata

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

• Geraldine Observatory
• Peel Forest Park
• Talbot Forest Scenic Reserve
• Geraldine Vintage Car and Machinery Museum
• Geraldine Historical Society Museum
• Vintage Car & Machinery Museum
• Pleasant Valley Daffodils

When making plans for your trip to Rangitata, you can also use ebookers to find a convenient flight to Timaru (TIU-Richard Pearse) Airport. You can narrow down your search by number of stops, airline or departure time to identify one that'll work best for you.

When is the Best Time to Explore Rangitata?

If you're wondering when is the best time of year to explore Rangitata, you might find this info about seasonal weather helpful when planning your trip. The warmest months in Rangitata are typically February and January, whereas the coldest months are usually July and August. The months with the most rain are May and September, whereas February and March 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 12°C and at night it is 2°C. Seasonal average rainfall is 836 mm.
• If you visit between April and June, you can expect an average temp of 7°C during the day and -5°C at night. Average rainfall during this season is 981 mm.
• The daytime average temp from July to September is 2°C and the night-time average is -7°C. Average precipitation for this season is 1013 mm.
• Between October and December, the average temp during the day is 10°C and -3°C at night. Seasonal average rain is 990 mm.
• The annual rainfall average in Rangitata is 3820 mm.