Climate of Wellington, New Zealand
Area-weighted average across Wellington. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Wellington, a subdivision of New Zealand, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 7.2°C / 45°F in July to 16.5°C / 61.7°F in January, with rainfall from 69 mm / 2.7 in to 153 mm / 6 in depending on the season (1307 mm / 51.5 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 | 16.5°C61.7°F | 79 mm3.1″ | — |
| February | 16.4°C61.5°F | 69 mm2.7″ | — |
| March | 15.2°C59.4°F | 101 mm4″ | — |
| April | 12.6°C54.7°F | 96 mm3.8″ | — |
| May | 10°C50°F | 132 mm5.2″ | — |
| June | 7.9°C46.2°F | 139 mm5.5″ | — |
| July | 7.2°C45°F | 153 mm6″ | — |
| August | 7.9°C46.2°F | 133 mm5.2″ | — |
| September | 9.6°C49.3°F | 115 mm4.5″ | — |
| October | 11.2°C52.2°F | 100 mm3.9″ | — |
| November | 12.9°C55.2°F | 90 mm3.5″ | — |
| December | 15°C59°F | 100 mm3.9″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Wellington?
Wellington, New Zealand does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is January at 16.5°C / 61.7°F, and the driest is February at 69 mm / 2.7 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Wellington?
Wellington, New Zealand has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 7.2°C / 45°F in July to 16.5°C / 61.7°F in January. Annual rainfall averages about 1307 mm / 51.5 in, with the wettest month being July (153 mm / 6 in) and the driest February (69 mm / 2.7 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Wellington?
The hottest month in Wellington is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 16.5°C / 61.7°F.
What is the coldest month in Wellington?
The coldest month in Wellington is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 7.2°C / 45°F.
When does it rain most in Wellington?
The wettest month in Wellington is July, averaging about 153 mm / 6 in of rainfall. The driest is February with about 69 mm / 2.7 in.