Best Time to Visit Wellington
Best time: Feb, Jan, Dec, Nov.
Jan is warmest (20.8°C high); Jul is rainiest (143 mm).
Wellington weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 20.8 | 13.1 | 85 | 10.5 |
| Feb | 20.8 | 13 | 57 | 9 |
| Mar | 19.6 | 12.1 | 104 | 6.8 |
| Apr | 16.9 | 9.9 | 111 | 4.7 |
| May | 14.1 | 7.9 | 129 | 3 |
| Jun | 11.9 | 6.1 | 132 | 2.3 |
| Jul | 11.5 | 5.1 | 143 | 2.6 |
| Aug | 12.1 | 5.8 | 135 | 3.7 |
| Sep | 13.8 | 7.1 | 116 | 5.7 |
| Oct | 15.5 | 8.6 | 104 | 7.7 |
| Nov | 17.4 | 10 | 95 | 9.5 |
| Dec | 19.2 | 11.9 | 98 | 10.3 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: FebJanDecNov
Beaches: Feb
Hiking: FebJanDecNov
Sightseeing: FebJanDecNov
Wellington quick facts
What to pack
Wet months (Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec): raincoat and umbrella.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Wellington?
Feb, Jan, Dec, Nov.
What is the rainiest month?
Jul, about 143 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Jan, with average highs of 20.8°C.
Where to stay
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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