Climate of Gisborne, New Zealand
Area-weighted average across Gisborne. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Gisborne, a subdivision of New Zealand, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 7.7°C / 45.9°F in July to 17.3°C / 63.1°F in January, with rainfall from 106 mm / 4.2 in to 188 mm / 7.4 in depending on the season (1692 mm / 66.6 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17.3°C63.1°F | 110 mm4.3″ | — |
| February | 17.2°C63°F | 106 mm4.2″ | — |
| March | 15.9°C60.6°F | 161 mm6.3″ | — |
| April | 13.3°C55.9°F | 132 mm5.2″ | — |
| May | 10.5°C50.9°F | 139 mm5.5″ | — |
| June | 8.4°C47.1°F | 188 mm7.4″ | — |
| July | 7.7°C45.9°F | 169 mm6.7″ | — |
| August | 8.4°C47.1°F | 184 mm7.2″ | — |
| September | 10.1°C50.2°F | 154 mm6.1″ | — |
| October | 11.9°C53.4°F | 111 mm4.4″ | — |
| November | 13.8°C56.8°F | 110 mm4.3″ | — |
| December | 15.8°C60.4°F | 128 mm5″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Gisborne?
Gisborne, New Zealand does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is January at 17.3°C / 63.1°F, and the driest is February at 106 mm / 4.2 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Gisborne?
Gisborne, New Zealand has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 7.7°C / 45.9°F in July to 17.3°C / 63.1°F in January. Annual rainfall averages about 1692 mm / 66.6 in, with the wettest month being June (188 mm / 7.4 in) and the driest February (106 mm / 4.2 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Gisborne?
The hottest month in Gisborne is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 17.3°C / 63.1°F.
What is the coldest month in Gisborne?
The coldest month in Gisborne is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 7.7°C / 45.9°F.
When does it rain most in Gisborne?
The wettest month in Gisborne is June, averaging about 188 mm / 7.4 in of rainfall. The driest is February with about 106 mm / 4.2 in.