Best Time to Visit Christchurch
Best time: Dec, Jan, Feb, Nov.
Jan is warmest (23.2°C high); Aug is rainiest (108 mm).
Christchurch weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 23.2 | 12.2 | 58 | 10.1 |
| Feb | 22.5 | 11.9 | 49 | 8.6 |
| Mar | 20.8 | 10.7 | 68 | 6.3 |
| Apr | 18.2 | 7.6 | 67 | 4.4 |
| May | 14.9 | 4.7 | 61 | 2.8 |
| Jun | 12.1 | 2.4 | 96 | 2.1 |
| Jul | 11.5 | 2.1 | 91 | 2.4 |
| Aug | 12.8 | 3.2 | 108 | 3.6 |
| Sep | 15.4 | 4.9 | 52 | 5.6 |
| Oct | 17.9 | 6.8 | 62 | 7.8 |
| Nov | 19.9 | 8.8 | 53 | 9.5 |
| Dec | 21.9 | 10.9 | 53 | 10.3 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: DecJanFebNov
Beaches: JanFebDecNov
Hiking: DecFebNovJan
Sightseeing: DecNovJanFeb
Christchurch quick facts
What to pack
Cold months (Jun, Jul): warm layers and a coat.
Wet months (Jun, Jul, Aug): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Christchurch?
Dec, Jan, Feb, Nov.
What is the rainiest month?
Aug, about 108 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Jan, with average highs of 23.2°C.
Where to stay
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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