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South Island - New Zealand climate 2025

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South Island - New Zealand climate 2025

Overview: South Island - New Zealand
South Island (New Zealand) is a region with a mild climate. Temperatures during the day are in the range from 10 °C (49 °F) in July to 22 °C (72 °F) in January. Temperatures during the night go from 0 °C (33 °F) in July to 11 °C (52 °F) in January. The driest month is February with just 9 days of rain, on the contrary, the month when it rains the most is June with 12 days of rain.

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Mountain range near Wanaka in sunny weather with few clouds

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South Island (New Zealand) is a region with a mild climate. Temperatures during the day are in the range from 10 °C (49 °F) in July to 22 °C (72 °F) in January. Temperatures during the night go from 0 °C (33 °F) in July to 11 °C (52 °F) in January. The driest month is February with just 9 days of rain, on the contrary, the month when it rains the most is June with 12 days of rain.

When is the best time to go to South Island?

The best time to visit South Island is between January and February. During this period, temperatures are between 22 °C (71 °F) - 22 °C (72 °F), night temperatures are between 11 °C (52 °F) - 11 °C (52 °F), rainfall averages 9 days per month, and 7 hours of sunlight on average.

Is it freezing a lot in South Island?

Yes, it is likely to be freezing at night in South Island in the months of June - July.

Which month is the sunniest in South Island?

The period, which is the sunniest in South Island, is in the months of December - February, when there is an average of 7 sun hours per day.

What time of year are the highest night temperatures in South Island?

The highest night temperatures in South Island occur in the months of December - March. During this time the night temperatures are between 9 °C (49 °F) - 11 °C (52 °F).

Which months have the highest daily temperature in South Island?

The hottest month in South Island is January with a temperature of 22 °C (72 °F). The period with the highest daytime temperatures is in South Island during December - March. The temperatures range at this time between 20 °C (68 °F) - 22 °C (72 °F).

Is it windy in South Island?

South Island is a destination with rather light or moderate winds. The wind blows the most in September - January and the least in June - August.

What is the humidity in South Island?

Generally, South Island belongs to destinations with higher humidity. It ranges from 70 % to 85 %. The most humid months are May - August and the least humid are December - February.

What is the least cloudy season in South Island?

The least cloudy months in South Island are January - March, when the cloud cover is on average only 51 %.

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