Climate of Otago, New Zealand
Area-weighted average across Otago. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Otago, a subdivision of New Zealand, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 2°C / 35.6°F in July to 13.6°C / 56.5°F in January, with rainfall from 86 mm / 3.4 in to 150 mm / 5.9 in depending on the season (1372 mm / 54 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 | 13.6°C56.5°F | 119 mm4.7″ | — |
| February | 13.5°C56.3°F | 86 mm3.4″ | — |
| March | 11.7°C53.1°F | 121 mm4.8″ | — |
| April | 8.7°C47.7°F | 103 mm4.1″ | — |
| May | 5.3°C41.5°F | 111 mm4.4″ | — |
| June | 2.5°C36.5°F | 103 mm4.1″ | — |
| July | 2°C35.6°F | 101 mm4″ | Snowy |
| August | 3.6°C38.5°F | 99 mm3.9″ | — |
| September | 5.9°C42.6°F | 136 mm5.4″ | — |
| October | 8.2°C46.8°F | 150 mm5.9″ | — |
| November | 10.1°C50.2°F | 115 mm4.5″ | — |
| December | 12.2°C54°F | 128 mm5″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Otago?
Otago, New Zealand does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is January at 13.6°C / 56.5°F, and the driest is February 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 Otago?
Otago, New Zealand has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 2°C / 35.6°F in July to 13.6°C / 56.5°F in January. Annual rainfall averages about 1372 mm / 54 in, with the wettest month being October (150 mm / 5.9 in) and the driest February (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 Otago?
The hottest month in Otago is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 13.6°C / 56.5°F.
What is the coldest month in Otago?
The coldest month in Otago is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 2°C / 35.6°F.
When does it rain most in Otago?
The wettest month in Otago is October, averaging about 150 mm / 5.9 in of rainfall. The driest is February with about 86 mm / 3.4 in.