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South Island - New Zealand weather in November 2025

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South Island - New Zealand weather in November 2025

 

Day

18 °C

 

Night

8 °C

 

Sea

14 °C

 

Precipitation

71 mm

in month

 

Rainy days

11 days

in month

 

Daylight

14 hours

average

 

Sunshine

7 hours

average

 

Humidity

71 %

 

Day

18 °C

 

Night

8 °C

 

Sea

14 °C

 

Precipitation

71 mm

in month

 

Rainy days

11 days

in month

 

Daylight

14 hours

average

 

Sunshine

7 hours

average

 

Humidity

71 %

Overview: South Island - New Zealand
In November in South Island, the average air temperature ranges from 18 °C (65 °F) during the day to 8 °C (46 °F) at night. There are 11 days of rain on average, where the rainfall is 71 mm (2.79 in).

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In November in South Island, the average air temperature ranges from 18 °C (65 °F) during the day to 8 °C (46 °F) at night. There are 11 days of rain on average, where the rainfall is 71 mm (2.79 in).

Is November a good month to visit South Island?

South Island can be visited in November - the weather will be moderate. The temperature of 8 °C (46 °F) at night may make it better to dine inside or to put on more clothes for a dinner outside.

What temperature can I expect during the day in November in South Island?

In South Island in November, the average daily temperatures will be 18 °C (65 °F). Nice temperature for walking around the city or on the beach, but you will probably get cold soon when wearing a swimsuit. When walking around all day, people used to cold conditions, pull out their shorts and get rid of their sweaters. On some days, when spending time in the direct sun, sunscreen can be useful, especially for people with more sensitive skin.

How many rainy days can I expect in November in South Island?

There are 11 days, which are rainy in South Island in November, 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 2.5 days of the week, or in general - 36 % days.

What is the night temperature in November in South Island?

The average night temperature in South Island in November is 8 °C (46 °F). The nights will be cool, layers of clothes will be needed for evening and morning walks, the hotel should be equipped with heating.

Is the temperature rising or falling in the course of time in South Island in November?

Over the course of November in South Island, the temperatures are rising from 17 °C (63 °F) at the beginning of the month to 19 °C (67 °F) at the end of the month.

How heavy is the precipitation in South Island in November?

In South Island in November, there is 71 mm (2.79 in) rainfall, which means on average 2 mm (0.09 in) rainfall per day.

How windy is South Island in November?

In November in South Island, there will be an average wind scale of 5.

How many sunny hours can I expect in South Island in November?

There is an average length of sunshine of 7 hours per day in South Island in November.

Is the weather in South Island warmer in November than in October?

Yes, November in South Island is warmer than October by 2 °C (36 °F).

What is the humidity in November in South Island?

In South Island in November, expect humidity around 71 %.

How long is the day (from dawn till dusk) in South Island in November?

The length of daylight in South Island in November is 14 hours.

Is South Island rainier in November than in December?

No, in South Island in November it does not rain more than in December.

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