The average new zealand temperature decreases as you travel south. Find out where to meet your driver, and get detailed directions for how to find your pickup location. Plan you week with the help of our 10day weather forecasts and weekend weather predictions for wellington, wellington, nz. Metservice is new zealands national weather authority, providing accurate urban.
The wellington region offers a mild, temperate marine climate, with plenty of wind. Based on weather reports collected during 20052015. New zealand it s about to get hot but this summers been a climatic mess. Wellington, new zealand weather forecasts maps news. Find local weather forecasts for wellington, new zealand throughout the world. Mercers 2019 cost of living survey ranked wellington 114th in the world in terms of its cost of living, making wellington a reasonably affordable city by world rankings. Mean monthly rainfall in wellington, new zealand mean monthly value for 19812010, millimetres. What is the best time of year to go to wellington in new zealand here are some average weather facts we collected from our historical climate data. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 17c 62f, whilst at night 10c 51f is normal.
Top 10 wellington, new zealand fishing charters for 2020. Wellington central weather forecast and observations. The climate is comfortable all year round, although winter nights can be chilly and frosts are much more common in christchurch than in. This is the wind, wave and weather statistics for wellington airportlyall bay in wellington, new zealand.
In 1991 wellington was the sunniest city in new zealand. Wellington, new zealand average annual weather holiday weather. The main weather hazard faced by wellingtons residents is the strength of the sun particularly in summer. Wellington weather forecast, new zealand 10 day weather. The climate is comfortable all year round, although winter nights can be chilly and frosts are much more common in christchurch than in wellington or auckland. The temperature in wellington will rarely rise above 25c 77f. A pilot has handled wellingtons classic windy weather with nerves of steel after a rocky whiteknuckle landing in the capital. Warmer than average weather is on the cards for much of the country this coming week. The wettest month is may with an average of 50mm of rain. Wellington is located on the south coast of new zealands north island and enjoys a temperate climate, with an allyearround absence of temperature extremes. February is the hottest month in wellington with an average temperature of 18.
Christchurch weather forecast, new zealand 10 day weather. While the far north has subtropical weather during summer, and inland alpine areas of the south island can be as cold as 10 c in winter, most of the country lies close to the coast, which means mild temperatures, moderate rainfall, and abundant sunshine. A quick trip around the harbour 4 hours typically costs about 600 nzd, depending on the size of the boat. On average there are 159 days per year with more than 0. The warmest day over the next 25 days weather in wellington is forecast to be friday 8th may 2020 at 18c 64f and the warmest night on thursday 7th may 2020 at c 55f. Wellington, wellington, nz 10day weather forecasts. January and february are the warmest months, and july is the coldest month of the year. Climate and average monthly weather in wellington wellington. Over, an intriguing book on billy apple by new zealands finest art. Wellington, new zealand detailed climate information and monthly.
On average, christchurch has 2100 hours of sunshine per year. Metservice is new zealands national weather authority, providing accurate town, city and rural forecasts across the country. The average minimum temperature usually the minimum temperature is noted during the night in wellington in may is 9. Dew point will be around 48f with an average humidity of 80%. There are three reasons why the sun in the southern hemisphere is so. Forgotten world adventures 5 tunnel rail cart tour. For reference, on october 5, the windiest day of the year, the daily average wind speed is 14. The average hourly wind speed in wellington is gradually increasing during may, increasing from 12. New zealand weather and climate, new zealand weather. Wellington climate wellington temperatures wellington.
The new zealand weather book is richly illustrated with diagrams, weather maps, satellite imagery, stunning weather photography and historical photographs. The average annual rainfall for wellington is 1249 mm and june and july are usually the wettest months. Wellington, wellington, new zealand monthly weather. Average weather in wellington, new zealand, year round. Thunderstorms over wellington resulted in torrential rainfall, about 40 mm in 30 minutes, and flash floods in the. Climate summary data are long term averages for the period 19691998 where available. Temperatures in wellington are generally mild thanks to our proximity to the sea. Frosts are commonly experienced in the hill suburbs and the hutt valley during winter, while snow is very rare. Over the course of the year, the temperature typically varies from 45f to 68f and is rarely below 38f or above 74f. Our coldest month is july, and our warmest is in january. Looking at the weather in wellington, new zealand over the next 7 days, the maximum temperature will be 15. New zealand weather averages for holidays in 20202021. View the latest weather forecasts, maps, news and alerts on yahoo weather. February is a busy month for new zealand tourism so book early to avoid disappointment.
Because new zealand lies in the southern hemisphere, the average temperature decreases as you travel south. The cost of living in wellington is comparable to other oecd countries, and were rated as more affordable than the countrys largest city, auckland. Wellington, wellington, new zealand monthly weather accuweather. Wellington, wellington, new zealand three day weather. Rainfall precipitation in wellington, new zealand wellington is entrusted with an average of 1264. You can check on new zealand weather conditions on the met service website. During summer, our daily temperatures average around 17c to 21c and rarely get above 25c. New zealand climate and weather 100% pure new zealand. Sunday strum sun 31st may, 2020 wellington wellington. Temperature, humidity, rainfall, snowfall, daylight, sunshine, uv.
Wellington extended forecast with high and low temperatures. Winter in wellington is quite short and never extreme, with the occasional frosts. Sue teodoro caught the dramatic landing from wellington airport. During the month of january and february you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20 degrees celsius 68f and 25 degrees celsius 77f. Wind speed 17 mph 27 kmh n 17 mph 27 kmh northerly. Wellington at 127 m 417 ft has a marine west coast climate cfb. Wellington, new zealand weather the weather network. The climate of new zealand is varied due to the countrys diverse landscape. The far north has subtropical weather during summer, while inland alpine areas of the south island can be as cold as 10c 14f in winter. Annual weather averages february is the hottest month in wellington with an average temperature of 18.
How much does it really cost to live in wellington. The average annual rainfall for wellington is 1249 mm, with june and july being the wettest months. Average monthly temperatures in wellington degrees centigrade and fahrenheit jan feb mar apr may jun jul aug sep oct nov dec c. In the same week the minimum temperature will be 7. Wellington has a variety of fishing charters to choose from, whether you plan to hop on board a shared trip or book a whole boat for yourself. Mean annual temperatures range from 10 c 50 f in the south to 16 c 61 f in the north. The average annual rainfall for christchurch is 648mm.
The amount of rain in may is high with an average of 99mm 3. Wellington central weather forecast, two hourly data, maps, rain radar and current conditions. Wellington weather forecast, new zealand holiday weather. The best weather in wellington is during october to april, when average temperatures are between 17c and 21c. Wellington, new zealand 7 day weather forecast the weather. Join in for a ukulele jam with the ukulele institute as part of the festival. Average weather in may in wellington, new zealand weather spark. Looking at the weather in christchurch, new zealand over the next 7 days, the maximum temperature will be 17. The text is full of interesting weather facts and figures and accounts of major weather events in new zealand and around the world. Access the same features you enjoy at home while youre traveling, including safety features such as 247 support, gps tracking, and emergency assistance. Wellington, new zealand average annual weather holiday.
Youll burn more easily in new zealand than anywhere in the mediterranean. In wellington, the average percentage of the sky covered by clouds experiences mild seasonal variation over the course of the year the clearer part of the year in wellington begins around january 12 and lasts for 3. Average weather during may in wellington wellington, new zealand. Motuara island sanctuary and dolphin watching tour ex picton. New zealand its about to get hot but this summers been a climatic mess. Wellington, new zealand average monthly weather detailed climate information with charts. What is the best time of year to go to wellington in new zealand.
Here are some average weather facts we collected from our historical climate data. Average maximum daily temperature in the main centres degrees celsius bay of islands. New zealand town and city weather forecasts, maps, rain radar and current conditions. In high summer, the sunshine in new zealand is really strong. Average no of windy days 199 per year any day that has a wind gust over 34 knots or 63km per hour average no of very windy days 64 per year over 52 knots or 96km per hour temperature. The climate is fairly mild, without the extremes experienced in many other countries. Wellington weather and climate, wellington climate. Northland in the top of the north island of new zealand has a subtropical. Palmerston north and wellington 18c 64feastern north island gisborne. Wellington, new zealand travel and vacation weather averages, current conditions and forecasts.
Get your 3day weather forecast for wellington, wellington, new zealand. On march 4, the clearest day of the year, the sky is clear, mostly clear, or partly cloudy 66% of the time, and overcast or mostly cloudy 34% of. April is in the fall autumn in wellington and is typically the 6th warmest month of the year. Wellingtonians are well accustomed to braving wet weather and a good raincoat with a hood is a must in every residents weather arsenal along with a sturdy umbrella despite the fact that we cant always get it open on a windy day. In the same week the minimum temperature will be 6. However, most of the country lies close to the coast, which means mild temperatures yearround. Wellington, new zealand travel weather averages weatherbase. Mean monthly rainfall in wellington, new zealand figure. Average weather may in wellington wellington, new zealand. Known as windy wellington, the capital city can often feel colder than it actually is due to the northwesterly winds prevailing in the city.
Find out about the new zealand weather in february in this guide. Find the most current and reliable 14 day weather forecasts, storm alerts, reports and information for wellington, nz with the weather network. The average temperature over the next 25 days in wellington from this forecast is 15c 59f and there will be 4 days of sunshine. Weather in new zealand and what to expect discover new zealand. Get the monthly weather forecast for wellington, wellington, new zealand, including daily highlow, historical averages, to help you plan ahead. Whats the climate like in new zealand go new zealand. Wellington, new zealand 7 day weather forecast the. The climate in wellington during april can be summarized as mild and damp. Whiteknuckle landing in windy wellington nz herald. Average weather in wellington new zealand in wellington, the summers are comfortable, the winters are cold and wet, and it is windy and partly cloudy year round. Weekly weather report for christchurch, new zealand. New zealand is well known for its ability to have four seasons in one day, especially in the south island, with winds coming from the south bringing cold fronts and rain, and from the north west, sweeping over the canterbury plains bringing pleasant warm winds, rumoured to give headaches, and to sometimes make people act strangely. Wellington weather and climate, wellington climate, wellington.
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