Things to do in Makarora in January

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Overview

January is a good time to visit Makarora. The weather is usually moderately chilly and breezy, with temperatures ranging from 46—62°F (8—17°C).

Makarora has plenty to offer for visitors of all ages and interests. In this article, we tell you the top things to see and do for your January trip to Makarora. Get inspired by the events, activities, attractions, and experiences unique to January. We’ll let you know where to explore events based on your interests, whether that’s food, culture, art, music, sport or others.

We’ll let you know everything you need to prepare for the weather in Makarora in January. Learn about what to wear and pack for your trip, the average temperatures throughout January, temperature changes from morning to evening and much more.

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Best events and things to do in Makarora in January

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Holidays in Makarora in January
January
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Weather in Makarora in January

Temperatures on an average day in Makarora in January

The average temperature in Makarora in January for a typical day ranges from a high of 62°F (17°C) to a low of 46°F (8°C). Some would describe the temperature to be moderately chilly. The general area may also feel breezy.

For comparison, the hottest month in Makarora, February, has days with highs of 63°F (17°C) and lows of 46°F (8°C). The coldest month, July has days with highs of 41°F (5°C) and lows of 31°F (-0°C). This graph shows how an average day looks like in Makarora in January based on historical data.

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Historical temperature average in January
62°F
highs
46°F
lows

General weather summary

Moderately chilly, breezy
Feels like
43%
Chance of rain
0.312 in
Amount
11.3 mph
Wind speed
87%
Humidity
15.1 hrs
Daylight length
6:17 AM
Sunrise
9:24 PM
Sunset
43%
Cloud cover
Sweater
What to wear
What to wear in January
With an average high of 62°F (17°C) and a low of 46°F (8°C), it generally feels moderately chilly and breezy. There might also be a small chance of rain. With that in mind, most people would dress in something moderately warm like a sweater and remember to bring an umbrella
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Best attractions for Makarora in January

Besides the array of exciting events and activities Makarora has to offer for travelers in January, we want to remind you of the classic attractions in Makarora that are great to visit at this time of the year as well! You can’t miss these iconic landmarks, local favorites, and places rich with cultural heritage. We hope to give you insights and inspiration into the best things to see and do to make the most of your visit. Here is a list of our top attractions in Makarora for January.
Wilkin River Jets
1. Wilkin River Jets
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This was our favorite thrill experience on the entire South Island! The jet boat was so much fun and we loved it so much that we wanted to go again. The scenery that you see from the boat is GORGEOUS! The color of the water is magical and we really enjoyed our wilderness hike to the jet boat pickup spot. Did this as part of the Heli Siberia Max tour with Backcountry Helicopters and couldn't recommend it enough!! 10/10 one of the best experiences you could do in the area!! Book it already :)
Brianna S — Google review
Great trip out with Alec down the Makarora and Wilkin Rivers. Such clear water we saw brown and rainbow trout and stunning scenery along the way. Would recommend this to anyone traveling in the area.
Shirley D — Google review
Absolutely incredible! Our driver was informative, professional, and most importantly a fantastic jet boat driver. We used the service to start and finish the Gillespie Circuit and it totally elevated what was already an amazing adventure. Worth every penny!
Matthew S — Google review
Wilkin river jets were awesome to deal with and they provide an amazing service. We were a group of 5 women who walked out of Gillespie pass a day early and they managed to accommodate us. Of course they can’t always deal with last minute unexpected occurrences but they were wonderful for us. Thank you!
Julie R — Google review
Did the Siberia Adventure day trip with Wilkin River Jets & Backcountry Helicopters this season and can't recommend it enough. Amazing flight into the National Park, followed by a couple hours hiking down to Kerin Forks where we met the jet boat. The driver gave some great info into the history of the valley, and threw in some spins as we headed back to Makarora. Highlight of our South Island trip!
Amy J — Google review
We did their Siberian Wilderness Adventure (extended) and had the BEST day ever - wish we could give them 10 stars! A helicopter flight across mountain glaciers and an alpine landing, a great walk out of Siberia valley through wonderful nature, and then a jet boat ride down the crystal blue Wilkin river - it doesn't get better than that! Best value for (helicopter flying) money in NZ for sure!
Thomas H — Google review
We really enjoy the experience! Great guides, they know a lot about the area, and they’re great jet boat drivers, you feel super safe. Will definitely do it again 👏
Alonso A — Google review
We had an amazing time in Siberia Valley. What a unique and special New Zealand experience. We felt in really safe hands with our jet boat driver Harley who is an awesome driver and guide. The scenery in Siberia Valley is pristine and the jet boat on the Wilkin River is superb. I would highly recommend this trip!
Amanda B — Google review

What's the weather like in Makarora?

It depends on when you visit! We've compiled data from NASA on what the weather is like in Makarora for each month of the year: see the links below for more information.

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