Hamilton weather and climate in 2024
Day
17 °C
Night
8 °C
Sea
17 °C
Precipitation
108 mm
in month
Rainy days
14 days
in month
Daylight
10 hours
average
Sunshine
4 hours
average
Humidity
89 %
Day
17 °C
Night
8 °C
Sea
17 °C
Precipitation
108 mm
in month
Rainy days
14 days
in month
Daylight
10 hours
average
Sunshine
4 hours
average
Humidity
89 %
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Weather overview
Hamilton (New Zealand) in general has a hot climate. Temperatures during the day are in the range from 14 °C (57 °F) in July to 24 °C (76 °F) in February. The driest month is February with just 9 days of rain, on the contrary, the month when it rains the most is August with 16 days of rain. The highest night temperatures could be experienced in February with 14 °C (58 °F), the lowest in July with 5 °C (40 °F).
January weather
The tourist season is close to its peak in Hamilton. The number of rainy days starts to descent, the value of this measure is 9 days, and the rainfall amount descent's start could be observed as well, the value of this measure is 90 mm (3.56 in). The rise of the day temperature can be observed, the value of this measure is 24 °C (76 °F), and the night temperature rises similarly to the previous month too, the value of this measure is 14 °C (57 °F). The maximum of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be noticed in January.
February weather
The ongoing tourist season is noticeable in Hamilton. The number of rainy days is on its minimum, with its value of 9 days, while the rainfall amount rise's start could be observed, its value is 104 mm (4.11 in). The maximum of the day temperature is observable, with its value of 24 °C (76 °F), and the maximum of the night temperature can be noticed as well in February. The beginning of the descent of the number of sun hours (without clouds) could be noticed, with its value of 7 hours.
March weather
The tourist season is taking place in Hamilton. The day temperature descent's start could be observed, and the night temperature starts to descent as well, the value of this measure is 13 °C (55 °F). The minimum of the rainfall amount can be noticed, with its value of 85 mm (3.34 in), while the beginning of the rise of the number of rainy days could be noticed, its value is 10 days. The descent of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, its value is 6 hours.
April weather
The day temperature descents similarly to the previous month, with its value of 20 °C (67 °F) in Hamilton, and the descent of the night temperature can be observed too, with its value of 10 °C (50 °F). The tourist season continues. The rise of the number of rainy days can be observed, the value of this measure is 11 days. The number of sun hours (without clouds) descents similarly to the previous month, its value is 5 hours. The wind speed reaches its minimum in this month.
May weather
The number of rainy days rises similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 14 days in Hamilton, while the beginning of the rise of the rainfall amount could be noticed, with its value being 108 mm (4.25 in). The day temperature continues to descent, the value of this measure is 17 °C (62 °F), and the night temperature continues to descent too, with its value being 8 °C (46 °F). The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to descent, with its value of 4 hours.
June weather
The rise of the number of rainy days can be observed, with its value being 15 days in Hamilton, while the rainfall amount is on its maximum, the value of this measure is 125 mm (4.94 in). The day temperature descents similarly to the previous month, with its value of 14 °C (58 °F), and the night temperature continues to descent too, with its value of 6 °C (42 °F). The minimum of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be noticed in this month. The day length is on its minimum, with its value being 9 hours.
July weather
The minimum of the day temperature can be noticed, with its value of 14 °C (57 °F) in Hamilton, and the minimum of the night temperature can be noticed too, its value is 5 °C (40 °F). The beginning of the rise of the number of sun hours (without clouds) could be noticed.
August weather
The day temperature rise's start could be observed, with its value being 15 °C (59 °F) in Hamilton, and the beginning of the rise of the night temperature could be noticed too, its value is 6 °C (42 °F). The number of rainy days reaches its maximum, while the rainfall amount starts to descent, with its value being 116 mm (4.56 in). The number of sun hours (without clouds) rises similarly to the previous month, with its value being 4 hours.
September weather
The day temperature continues to rise, with its value of 16 °C (62 °F) in Hamilton, and the rise of the night temperature can be observed as well, its value is 8 °C (46 °F). The beginning of the descent of the number of rainy days could be noticed, while the descent of the rainfall amount can be observed, with its value of 108 mm (4.26 in). The rise of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, with its value being 5 hours.
October weather
The number of rainy days descents similarly to the previous month, its value is 14 days in Hamilton, and the rainfall amount continues to descent as well. The day temperature rises similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 18 °C (64 °F), and the rise of the night temperature can be observed as well, with its value of 9 °C (49 °F). The minimum of the humidity can be noticed, the value of this measure is 79 %. The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to rise, with its value of 6 hours.
November weather
The tourist season is at its beginning in November in Hamilton. The day temperature rises similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 20 °C (68 °F), and the rise of the night temperature can be observed too, with its value being 11 °C (52 °F). The descent of the number of rainy days can be observed, and the descent of the rainfall amount can be observed as well, with its value of 94 mm (3.69 in). The number of sun hours (without clouds) rises similarly to the previous month, with its value being 6 hours.
December weather
The tourist season is taking place in Hamilton. The number of rainy days starts to rise, its value is 12 days, and the rainfall amount rise's start could be observed as well, the value of this measure is 124 mm (4.86 in). The rise of the day temperature can be observed, with its value being 23 °C (73 °F), and the night temperature rises similarly to the previous month too, the value of this measure is 13 °C (56 °F). The rise of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, with its value of 7 hours.
FAQs
What is the sea temperature in January in Hamilton?
In January in Hamilton expect the sea to be warm at 20 °C (68 °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. That's 2 °C (35 °F) more than in the previous month.
Is there a wet season in February in Hamilton?
No, there is no wet season in February in Hamilton - you can expect 9 days of rain during the month.
Is March a good month to visit Hamilton?
March is a good month to visit Hamilton. There are some people, who may feel a slight chill at 23 °C (73 °F), but others will feel perfectly fine. A sea temperature of 20 °C (68 °F) can seem colder to some, but others will call it refreshing. The temperature of 13 °C (55 °F) at night may make it better to dine inside or to put on more clothes for a dinner outside.
What is the air temperature in April in Hamilton at night?
The average night temperature in April in Hamilton is 10 °C (50 °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. This is a decrease of 3 °C (37 °F) compared to the last month.
How humid is Hamilton in July?
Humidity in Hamilton in July is 89 %. This humidity is rather above average, but except for sensitive individuals, it should not be a problem.
How windy is it in Hamilton in August?
In August in Hamilton, there will be an average wind scale of 4.
Is September part of the dry season in Hamilton?
No, September is not a dry month in Hamilton, expect rain approximately 15 days in a month.
How many hours of sun to expect in October in Hamilton?
There is an average length of sunshine of 6 hours per day in October in Hamilton.
How many days of precipitation on average can I expect in November in Hamilton?
In November in Hamilton, we can expect 11 days to be rainy, that is, days when precipitation exceeds 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 2.6 days of the week, or in general - 38 % days. The value is lower by 2 days than in the previous month. That means a 17 % decrease in the value.
What is the temperature in Hamilton during the day in December?
The average daily temperature in December in Hamilton is 23 °C (73 °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. This indicator is higher by 2 °C (36 °F) than in the previous month. Lighter clothing will be suitable - shorts, skirts, t-shirts, jackets; a light sweater and long trousers may also be useful.
We make the most from 40 years of historical weather data to predict the best weather conditions.
Deciding on where to go for a holiday is hard sometimes. Get inspired by the most popular destinations.
We aggregate data from combining multiple weather sources to ensure accuracy of the highest order.