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Exploring Ashburton Forks

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

• Opuke Thermal Pools & Spa
• Rakaia Gorge
• Mount Hutt Skifield
• Washpen Falls
• Mount Somers
• Trott's Garden
• Rakaia Gorge Walkway

When is the Best Time to Explore Ashburton Forks?

If you're curious when is the best time of year to explore Ashburton Forks, you might find this info about seasonal weather useful when you are planning your trip. The warmest months in Ashburton Forks 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 March and February have the least.

Here's a rundown 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 16°C and at night it is 5°C. Seasonal average rainfall is 616 mm.
• If you visit between April and June, you can expect an average temp of 11°C during the day and -2°C at night. Average rainfall during this season is 776 mm.
• The daytime average temp from July to September is 5°C and the night-time average is -4°C. Average precipitation for this season is 785 mm.
• Between October and December, the average temp during the day is 14°C and 0°C at night. Seasonal average rain is 786 mm.
• Average annual rainfall in Ashburton Forks is 2964 mm.