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Wellington weather and climate
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Day
13 °C
Night
6 °C
Sea
12 °C
Precipitation
115 mm
in month
Rainy days
12 days
in month
Daylight
10 hours
average
Sunshine
4 hours
average
Humidity
84 %
Day
13 °C
Night
6 °C
Sea
12 °C
Precipitation
115 mm
in month
Rainy days
12 days
in month
Daylight
10 hours
average
Sunshine
4 hours
average
Humidity
84 %
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Weather overview for Wellington
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Wellington (New Zealand) in general has a hot climate. Temperatures during the day are in the range from 12 °C (54 °F) in July to 21 °C (70 °F) in February. The driest month is January with just 7 days of rain, on the contrary, the month when it rains the most is June with 13 days of rain. Temperatures during the night go from 6 °C (42 °F) in July to 13 °C (55 °F) in February.
January weather
The tourist season is taking place in Wellington. The day temperature continues to rise, with its value of 21 °C (69 °F), and the rise of the night temperature can be observed as well, with its value of 13 °C (55 °F). The minimum of the number of rainy days is observable in January. The maximum of the number of sun hours (without clouds) is observable, with its value being 8 hours.
February weather
The tourist season is taking place in Wellington. The day temperature is on its maximum, with its value of 21 °C (70 °F), and the night temperature reaches its maximum as well, the value of this measure is 13 °C (55 °F). The minimum of the rainfall amount is observable, with its value of 58 mm (2.29 in). The number of sun hours (without clouds) starts to descent.
March weather
The tourist season is close to its peak in Wellington. The beginning of the rise of the number of rainy days could be noticed, with its value of 8 days, and the rainfall amount rise's start could be observed as well, the value of this measure is 83 mm (3.28 in). The day temperature starts to descent, its value is 20 °C (67 °F), and the night temperature starts to descent as well, with its value being 12 °C (53 °F). The minimum of the wind speed can be noticed in March.
April weather
The tourist season continues this month in Wellington. The day temperature descents similarly to the previous month, and the night temperature descents similarly to the previous month as well, with its value being 10 °C (49 °F). The rainfall amount continues to rise, with its value of 92 mm (3.63 in), and the rise of the number of rainy days can be observed as well, its value is 9 days.
May weather
The day temperature continues to descent, its value is 15 °C (60 °F) in Wellington, and the night temperature descents similarly to the previous month as well, with its value being 8 °C (46 °F). The number of rainy days rises similarly to the previous month, with its value being 10 days, and the rise of the rainfall amount can be observed too, the value of this measure is 113 mm (4.47 in). The number of sun hours (without clouds) descents similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 4 hours.
June weather
The day temperature continues to descent, with its value being 13 °C (56 °F) in Wellington. The maximum of the number of rainy days is observable, with its value being 13 days, and the rainfall amount reaches its maximum as well, with its value being 128 mm (5.02 in). The maximum of the humidity is observable, its value is 86 %. The minimum of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be noticed in this month.
July weather
The minimum of the day temperature is observable, its value is 12 °C (54 °F) in Wellington, and the night temperature is on its minimum as well in this month. The number of rainy days descent's start could be observed, its value is 12 days, and the rainfall amount descent's start could be observed as well, with its value being 120 mm (4.73 in).
August weather
The day temperature starts to rise, its value is 13 °C (55 °F) in Wellington. The number of sun hours (without clouds) starts to rise in August.
September weather
The number of rainy days descent's start could be observed, with its value of 11 days in Wellington, and the beginning of the descent of the rainfall amount could be noticed too. The day temperature rises similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 14 °C (58 °F), while the night temperature starts to rise, its value is 7 °C (45 °F). The rise of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, with its value being 5 hours.
October weather
The rise of the day temperature can be observed, the value of this measure is 16 °C (60 °F) in Wellington, and the rise of the night temperature can be observed too, with its value being 9 °C (47 °F). The rainfall amount descents similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 95 mm (3.73 in). The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to rise, the value of this measure is 6 hours.
November weather
The tourist season is about to start in Wellington. The rise of the day temperature can be observed, with its value being 17 °C (63 °F). The number of rainy days descent's start could be observed, with its value being 9 days, while the descent of the rainfall amount can be observed, the value of this measure is 86 mm (3.38 in). The wind speed is on its maximum in November.
December weather
The tourist season is taking place in December in Wellington. The rise of the day temperature can be observed, the value of this measure is 19 °C (66 °F), and the night temperature continues to rise as well, with its value being 12 °C (53 °F). The rainfall amount rise's start could be observed in December. The day length reaches its maximum, with its value being 15 hours.
FAQs
What is the sea temperature in January in Wellington?
The temperature of the sea in January in Wellington is 16 °C (61 °F). At this sea temperature, swimming probably won't be the best experience. You probably won't like to stay in water for a long time. On the other hand, there are a minority of people who seek these conditions.
What temperature can I expect during the day in February in Wellington?
In Wellington in February, the average daily temperatures will be 21 °C (70 °F). A comfortable temperature for most people, where it is neither too cold nor too hot, and a large number of activities can be carried out comfortably, including sunbathing by the water. Lighter clothing will be suitable - shorts, skirts, t-shirts, jackets; a light sweater and long trousers may also be useful.
What is the air temperature in March in Wellington at night?
The average night temperature in Wellington in March is 12 °C (53 °F). Nights can be cooler, morning running can be refreshing but choose appropriate clothing, evening outdoor sitting can be pleasant but you can also be cold.
Is April a good month to visit Wellington?
There are good conditions for visiting in Wellington in April. There are only 9 days of rain in the whole month, so you can leave your umbrella at home. A relatively low temperature of 17 °C (63 °F) may be ideal for walking or outdoor activities, but some people may have a different idea of the holiday. The temperature of 10 °C (49 °F) at night may make it better to dine inside or to put on more clothes for a dinner outside.
How windy is it in Wellington in July?
An average wind scale that can be expected in Wellington in July is 6. It is rather a stronger wind, which lowers the sensible temperature and cools down.
What is the humidity in August in Wellington?
In Wellington in August, expect humidity around 84 %.
Is September part of the dry season in Wellington?
No, September is not a dry month in Wellington, expect rain approximately 11 days in a month.
How many hours of sun to expect in Wellington in October?
In October in Wellington, you can expect around 6 hours of sunshine.
Is there a wet season in November in Wellington?
No, there is no wet season in Wellington in November - you can expect 9 days of rain during the month.
How many rainy days can I expect in December in Wellington?
There are 9 days, which are rainy in Wellington in December, that is, days with precipitation more than 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 2.1 days of the week, or in general - 31 % days.
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