The Auckland Islands are a group of five main islands located in the Southern Ocean, approximately 460 kilometres south of New Zealand. The main islands are Auckland Island, Adams Island, Enderby Island, Disappointment Island, and Ewing Island. The islands are part of the Auckland Islands archipelago, which also includes numerous smaller islets.
The Auckland Islands are of volcanic origin and have an area of approximately 620 square kilometres. The highest point on the islands is Mount Raynal, which stands at 746 metres above sea level. The islands are surrounded by a wide variety of marine life, including penguins, seals, and sea lions.
The Auckland Islands have a long history of human occupation. The first known inhabitants of the islands were the Maori, who settled the islands in the 13th century. Europeans first visited the islands in 1806, and the islands were later claimed by the British in 1841.
In 1887, the islands were declared a nature reserve, and in 1988, the islands were declared a World Heritage Site. The islands are now managed by the New Zealand Department of Conservation and are home to a variety of flora and fauna.
The Auckland Islands are also home to a number of historical sites, including the remains of a whaling station, a shipwreck, and a lighthouse. The islands are also home to a number of scientific research stations, including the Auckland Islands Research Centre, which is dedicated to the study of the islands' unique environment.
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The climate in Auckland Islands in New Zealand is temperate and mild, with warm summers and cool winters. In summer (December-February), temperatures range from 10-17°C, and in winter (June-August) temperatures range from 5-10°C. Rainfall is highest in winter, with an average of 200mm per month, and lowest in summer, with an average of 50mm per month. Spring (September-November) and autumn (March-May) are transitional seasons, with temperatures ranging from 7-14°C and rainfall averaging around 100mm per month.
Our weather forecast for Auckland Islands helps plan your stay according to the weather. For sunny days, pack light and breathable clothes, swimwear, and sunscreen. For winter weather, it's recommended to bring warm clothes, gloves, a hat, sturdy footwear, and a raincoat.
Date | Icon | Temperature | Wind speed/gusts | Cloudiness/Visibility | Air humidity/pressure | Sunrise/Sunset |
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Jul. 27th 2024 Jul. 27th 2024 | max: 9.9 °C min: 8 °C |
46.4 m/s 59.4 m/s |
19.4 % 24.1 m |
84.4 % 1,012 hPa |
08:36:17 17:28:27 |
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Jul. 28th 2024 Jul. 28th 2024 | max: 10.3 °C min: 5.2 °C |
41.0 m/s 61.2 m/s |
92.5 % 22.3 m |
85.4 % 1,010 hPa |
08:34:55 17:29:48 |
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Jul. 29th 2024 Jul. 29th 2024 | max: 5.9 °C min: 5.2 °C |
40.7 m/s 42.5 m/s |
88.9 % 23.7 m |
54.2 % 1,022 hPa |
08:33:31 17:31:10 |
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Jul. 30th 2024 Jul. 30th 2024 | max: 6.2 °C min: 5.6 °C |
38.5 m/s 41.0 m/s |
24.0 % 24.1 m |
62.1 % 1,033 hPa |
08:32:04 17:32:32 |
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Jul. 31st 2024 Jul. 31st 2024 | max: 7.7 °C min: 6.1 °C |
29.2 m/s 31.0 m/s |
48.2 % 24.1 m |
74.7 % 1,032 hPa |
08:30:36 17:33:55 |
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Aug. 1st 2024 Aug. 1st 2024 | max: 8.4 °C min: 7.8 °C |
20.5 m/s 24.5 m/s |
39.3 % 24.1 m |
78.3 % 1,029 hPa |
08:29:06 17:35:19 |
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Aug. 2nd 2024 Aug. 2nd 2024 | max: 8.5 °C min: 7.6 °C |
29.0 m/s 33.0 m/s |
54.5 % 24.1 m |
79.7 % 1,031 hPa |
08:27:34 17:36:43 |
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Aug. 3rd 2024 Aug. 3rd 2024 | max: 8.2 °C min: 7.7 °C |
43.2 m/s 52.9 m/s |
54.7 % 24.1 m |
76.5 % 1,031 hPa |
08:26:00 17:38:08 |
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Aug. 4th 2024 Aug. 4th 2024 | max: 8.5 °C min: 7.9 °C |
42.1 m/s 48.2 m/s |
98.0 % 24.1 m |
82.6 % 1,023 hPa |
08:24:25 17:39:34 |
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Aug. 5th 2024 Aug. 5th 2024 | max: 8.6 °C min: 7.9 °C |
47.2 m/s 50.0 m/s |
100.0 % 24.0 m |
89.2 % 1,008 hPa |
08:22:47 17:40:59 |
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Aug. 6th 2024 Aug. 6th 2024 | max: 9.3 °C min: 7.7 °C |
75.2 m/s 98.6 m/s |
77.3 % 18.9 m |
84.7 % 994 hPa |
08:21:09 17:42:26 |
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Aug. 7th 2024 Aug. 7th 2024 | max: 8.4 °C min: 5.4 °C |
57.2 m/s 63.0 m/s |
94.3 % 22.6 m |
72.4 % 984 hPa |
08:19:28 17:43:53 |
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Aug. 8th 2024 Aug. 8th 2024 | max: 7.8 °C min: 7 °C |
46.4 m/s 50.8 m/s |
63.1 % 22.3 m |
70.1 % 999 hPa |
08:17:46 17:45:20 |
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Aug. 9th 2024 Aug. 9th 2024 | max: 7.2 °C min: 5.6 °C |
39.4 m/s 42.7 m/s |
94.3 % 21.2 m |
69.2 % 1,017 hPa |
08:16:02 17:46:47 |
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Aug. 10th 2024 Aug. 10th 2024 | max: 7.4 °C min: 6.5 °C |
46.1 m/s 51.8 m/s |
60.1 % 24.1 m |
68.6 % 1,027 hPa |
08:14:17 17:48:15 |
Would you like to travel to Auckland Islands on a cruise ship or would you just like to know when a certain ship will dock there? Here you will find an overview of the cruise ships that will be calling at the port of Auckland Islands.
Date | Ship | Arrival | Departure | Details |
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Dec. 8th 2024 Sunday, 8th of Dec. 2024 | LE SOLEAL | 12:00 am | 12:00 am | |
Dec. 22nd 2024 Sunday, 22nd of Dec. 2024 | LE SOLEAL | 12:00 am | 12:00 am | |
Feb. 26th 2025 Wednesday, 26th of Feb. 2025 | HANSEATIC inspiration | 12:00 am | 12:00 am | |
Feb. 27th 2025 Thursday, 27th of Feb. 2025 | HANSEATIC inspiration | 12:00 am | 12:00 am | |
Feb. 28th 2025 Friday, 28th of Feb. 2025 | HANSEATIC inspiration | 12:00 am | 12:00 am | |
Jan. 3rd 2026 Saturday, 3rd of Jan. 2026 | LE SOLEAL | 12:00 am | 12:00 am | |
Jan. 17th 2026 Saturday, 17th of Jan. 2026 | LE SOLEAL | 12:00 am | 12:00 am |
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Enderby Island in New Zealand | 18,56 km |
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