What’s the climate like in Wellington?
The current climate in Wellington features temperatures ranging from a high of 22°C to a low of 13°C throughout the year. The average yearly temperature is around 18°C. At night, temperatures in the colder months average around 7°C and in the warmer months around 15°C.
The highest temperature recorded in Wellington in recent years was 32°C in January 2021. The lowest daytime temperature recorded was 7°C in August 2016.
On average, Wellington receives 1220 mm of precipitation each year. For comparison, New York gets 1142 mm of precipitation annually.
Best time to visit Wellington?
The best time to visit Wellington for sunny weather is January, March, April, November and December. During this period, you'll have nice temperatures and not too much rain, making it a great time to visit Wellington. In the other months of the year, there's too much rain or the temperature isn't ideal for a visit if you want sunny and pleasant weather.
Climate Table of Wellington
The climate table of Wellington shows the average temperatures, rainfall, and UV index per month. The table provides an overview of the average day and night temperatures in degrees Celsius, the total amount of rainfall in millimeters, the total snowfall in centimeters, and the UV index for each month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail.
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| Temp. max (°C) | 22 | 21 | 21 | 18 | 17 | 14 | 13 | 14 | 14 | 17 | 18 | 20 |
| Temp. min (°C) | 15 | 15 | 14 | 12 | 10 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 12 | 15 |
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| Precipitation (mm) | 88 | 130 | 86 | 85 | 100 | 95 | 179 | 81 | 109 | 65 | 82 | 120 |
| UV Index | 9 | 8 | 6 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 7 | 8 | 8 |
Click on the month name to see more weather details, like daily averages, temperatures, and precipitation for the past years in that month.
- Average yearly temperature: 18°C
- Highest temperature: 22°C in January
- Lowest temperature: 13°C in July
- Precipitation: 1220 mm per year, averaging 102 mm per month
- Driest months: 65 mm in October, 81 mm in August and 82 mm in November
- Wettest months: 179 mm in July, 130 mm in February and 120 mm in December
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Average Temperature per Month in Wellington
This graph shows the average maximum temperatures per month in Wellington, New Zealand. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and the average is calculated based on the recorded temperatures per month from past years.
Average Precipitation per Month in Wellington
This graph shows how much rainfall Wellington, New Zealand, gets on average per month. Rainfall is always measured as water, even if it's snow or hail. This makes it easy to compare how much has fallen, regardless of the form of precipitation. The amount of rainfall is measured in millimeters, and the average is calculated based on the recorded rainfall per month from past years.
Average UV Index per Month in Wellington
This graph shows the average UV index per month in Wellington, New Zealand. The UV index indicates the intensity of ultraviolet radiation and ranges from 0 to a maximum of 11.
Yearly Temperature in Wellington
This graph shows the average yearly temperature in Wellington, New Zealand. The yearly temperature, expressed in degrees Celsius, is the average of all twelve monthly temperatures summed up for that year.
Total Yearly Precipitation in Wellington
This chart shows the total yearly precipitation in Wellington, New Zealand, over the past few years. The total yearly precipitation, measured in millimeters, is the sum of all the rain that fell in the twelve months of that year.
Weather experiences in Wellington
The weather in Wellington is rated an average of 3,1 out of 5 stars by 8 visitors. Have you been to Wellington? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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We had several warm days with a maximum temperature of 18 degrees Celsius. Especially the sun was pleasant, but there were also rainy days. Wear a sweater in the evening.— This text is automatically translated to English
Spring seems to be approaching, but the fluctuations remain. On one hand there are fresh sunny days, on the other there are rain and strong winds. Dress flexibly!— This text is automatically translated to English
Mostly cold and rainy, but there were also some beautiful clear days. Not ideal for outdoor activities, but certainly not unbearable.— This text is automatically translated to English
There was some fluctuation, with occasional showers.— This text is automatically translated to English
Although there were sunny days, there were also heavy clouds and showers. The temperature was generally comfortable around 18 degrees Celsius, although the wind could feel quite chilly at times.— This text is automatically translated to English
It will be quite chilly, with daytime temperatures around 15 degrees. There were a few rainy days, but also some nice clear moments. There was the typical city wind.— This text is automatically translated to English
Temperatures are cool and can be uncomfortable at times. However, it is also interesting to observe storms up close.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in Wellington by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Wellington. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
