Climate in New Zealand
If we had to choose one word to describe New Zealand’s climate it would be “wet”. Other words are damp, rainy, moist, and well lubricated. The weather conditions do vary somewhat according to where you live.
Auckland has a generally warm and wet, almost sub-tropical, climate. Summers are humid humidity, winters mild and wet. Tropical cyclones pay the occasional visit and cold fronts drop by unannounced.
Wellington has a windy, mild climate. Temperatures seldom exceed 61°F (16°C) and won’t drop much below 47°F (8°C) even in June, the coldest month. Queenstown has some of New Zealand’s best weather. It has an Alpine climate with snowy winters and blue skies, while summers bring fresh, cool days.
Christchurch enjoys a dry and temperate climate, hot summers and manageably mild winters. Look out for northwesterly winds, which can reach gale force proportions. Winters offer clear, crisp days, and freezing nights. Christchurch is afflicted with smog in winter, and year-round rain.
Auckland has a generally warm and wet, almost sub-tropical, climate. Summers are humid humidity, winters mild and wet. Tropical cyclones pay the occasional visit and cold fronts drop by unannounced.
Wellington has a windy, mild climate. Temperatures seldom exceed 61°F (16°C) and won’t drop much below 47°F (8°C) even in June, the coldest month. Queenstown has some of New Zealand’s best weather. It has an Alpine climate with snowy winters and blue skies, while summers bring fresh, cool days.
Christchurch enjoys a dry and temperate climate, hot summers and manageably mild winters. Look out for northwesterly winds, which can reach gale force proportions. Winters offer clear, crisp days, and freezing nights. Christchurch is afflicted with smog in winter, and year-round rain.
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