Weather 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, 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, 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.
