Climate of Hawke's Bay, New Zealand
Area-weighted average across Hawke's Bay. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Hawke's Bay, a subdivision of New Zealand, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 6.6°C / 43.9°F in July to 16.7°C / 62.1°F in January, with rainfall from 86 mm / 3.4 in to 138 mm / 5.4 in depending on the season (1355 mm / 53.3 in total across the year). See the 2 cities 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 | 16.7°C62.1°F | 88 mm3.5″ | — |
| February | 16.5°C61.7°F | 95 mm3.7″ | — |
| March | 15.1°C59.2°F | 127 mm5″ | — |
| April | 12.3°C54.1°F | 106 mm4.2″ | — |
| May | 9.4°C48.9°F | 107 mm4.2″ | — |
| June | 7.3°C45.1°F | 138 mm5.4″ | — |
| July | 6.6°C43.9°F | 137 mm5.4″ | — |
| August | 7.4°C45.3°F | 135 mm5.3″ | — |
| September | 9.2°C48.6°F | 122 mm4.8″ | — |
| October | 11.2°C52.2°F | 94 mm3.7″ | — |
| November | 13.2°C55.8°F | 86 mm3.4″ | — |
| December | 15.2°C59.4°F | 120 mm4.7″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Hawke's Bay?
Hawke's Bay, New Zealand does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is January at 16.7°C / 62.1°F, and the driest is November at 86 mm / 3.4 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Hawke's Bay?
Hawke's Bay, New Zealand has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 6.6°C / 43.9°F in July to 16.7°C / 62.1°F in January. Annual rainfall averages about 1355 mm / 53.3 in, with the wettest month being June (138 mm / 5.4 in) and the driest November (86 mm / 3.4 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Hawke's Bay?
The hottest month in Hawke's Bay is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 16.7°C / 62.1°F.
What is the coldest month in Hawke's Bay?
The coldest month in Hawke's Bay is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 6.6°C / 43.9°F.
When does it rain most in Hawke's Bay?
The wettest month in Hawke's Bay is June, averaging about 138 mm / 5.4 in of rainfall. The driest is November with about 86 mm / 3.4 in.