New ZealandThe weather in September in Kaikoura
It's cool to moderate in September in Kaikoura with an average temperature of 15°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 13°C to a high of 18°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 5°C and 8°C.
Looking for sun and warm weather? September isn’t a good month to be in Kaikoura. The temperatures are too low for a warm stay this month.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in September for Kaikoura, New Zealand. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 27°C in 2023, Kaikoura reached the highest temperature in September over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 6°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -1°C to a highest value of 16°C.
Precipitation and snowfall
In September, there is an average of 59 mm of precipitation, spread over 9 days. Of the total precipitation, about 1,4 cm falls as snow in September. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in September for Kaikoura
Click on any day in September to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Kaikoura. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
September weather comparison
| Kaikoura | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 15°C | 27°C |
| Max. temperature | 18°C | 31°C |
| Min. temperature | 5°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 59 mm | 57 mm |
| Rainy days | 9 days | 9 days |
| Total snowfall | 1,4 cm | 0 cm |
| Snowy days | 1 day | 0 days |
Start of September
The month of September starts in Kaikoura with cool temps, averaging around 14°C during the day and nights around 6°C.
Mid September
By mid-September, daytime temps rise to around 16°C, with nights around 7°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of September
By the end of September, the average daytime temperature in Kaikoura is around 15°C, while nighttime temps are about 8°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in September in Kaikoura, New Zealand. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in September in Kaikoura
Temperature in September in Kaikoura over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in September in Kaikoura, New Zealand. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in September in Kaikoura
Total precipitation in September in Kaikoura over the years
Daily Snowfall in September in Kaikoura
Snowfall in September in Kaikoura per year
Daily UV index in September in Kaikoura
This chart shows the average daily UV index in September in Kaikoura, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Kaikoura by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Kaikoura. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.