Christchurch vs Tongariro in January

Christchurch is the better pick in January — 93 vs 87 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Christchurch is nice, a little rain, clean air, while Tongariro is nice, rainy, clean air.

Christchurch vs TongariroJanuary climate, side by side

ChristchurchTongariro
Comfort score93/100 (S)87/100 (A)
Feels-like high23°C18°C
Avg high / low23° / 12°18° / 8°
Rainfall52 mm135 mm
Rainy days815
Humidity71%81%
Air quality (AQI)2314

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Christchurch vs Tongariro in January — FAQ

Is January better in Christchurch or Tongariro?
Christchurch is the better pick in January — 93 vs 87 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Christchurch is nice, a little rain, clean air, while Tongariro is nice, rainy, clean air.
What is the weather like in Christchurch vs Tongariro in January?
In January, Christchurch averages 23°C high / 12°C low with about 52 mm of rain; Tongariro averages 18°C high / 8°C low with about 135 mm.