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Exploring Catlins Forest Park

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

• McLean Falls
• Curio Bay Beach
• Curio Bay Petrified Forest
• Purakaunui Falls
• Cathedral Caves
• Porpoise Bay Beach
• Catlins Lake

When making plans for your holiday in Catlins Forest Park, you can also use ebookers to look for a convenient flight into Invercargill (IVC) Airport. You can narrow down your search by number of stops, airline or time of departure to identify one that'll meet your needs.

When is the Best Time to Explore Catlins Forest Park?

If you're wondering when is the best time of year to travel to Catlins Forest Park, you may find this information about seasonal weather helpful when planning your trip. The warmest months in Catlins Forest Park are typically February and January, whereas the coldest months are usually July and August. The months with the most rain are October and January, whereas August and June 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 18°C and at night it is 10°C. Seasonal average rainfall is 290 mm.
• If you visit between April and June, you can expect an average temp of 14°C during the day and 5°C at night. Average rainfall during this season is 257 mm.
• The daytime average temp from July to September is 12°C and the night-time average is 5°C. Average precipitation for this season is 248 mm.
• Between October and December, the average temp during the day is 17°C and 6°C at night. Seasonal average rain is 316 mm.
• The annual rainfall average in Catlins Forest Park is 1112 mm.