Spring (September – November)
- Gardens and parks are filled with fresh blossoms and Waikato River shows spring colours.
- It is characterized by cool nights and sunny days, so it is ideal to walk by rivers and go to outdoor cafes.
Summer (December – February)
- Long, sunny days suggest picnics, rowing, and idle afternoons along the river. Unlike the reef-based family holidays hamilton island offers, summer here is defined by lush riverside greenery and inland festivals. T
- he city is vibrant, and festivals, outdoor events, and pleasant evenings have no end.
Autumn (March – May)
- Trees shift to the colour of gold and red, particularly gorgeous in the Hamilton Gardens.
- The air is cool and clean which is good to ride a bike, take photographs and walk serenely.
Winter (June – August)
- Mornings are cool with light mist on the river, and make the city seem like a quiet place.
- The days are relatively mild and therefore winter is comfortable and ideal to warm cafes and sightseeing.