New Zealand Weather

New Zealand lies between 37 and 47 degrees south of the Tropic of Capricorn.
This clean, green country enjoys a moderate, maritime climate, weather and temperatures.

Whangarei Falls

Whangarei

Photographer: Unknown

New Zealand Climate and Weather

New Zealand has mild temperatures, moderately high rainfall, with parts of the country receiving very high amounts of sunshine. New Zealand's climate is dominated by two main geographical features: the mountains and the sea.

New Zealand Weather Map and Forecast

Check the New Zealand Weather Map for current Auckland temperatures and to view a weather forecast for all other main centres.

New Zealand Seasons

New Zealand does not have a large temperature range, lacking the extremes found in most continental climates. However, the summers are becoming hotter, with the 'Slip, Slop, Slap' campaign encouraging everybody to cover up in the heat.

• Spring - September, October, November


• Summer - December, January, February


• Autumn - March, April, May


• Winter - June, July, August

New Zealand Temperatures

New Zealand has a largely temperate climate. While the far north has subtropical weather during summer, and inland alpine areas of the South Island can be as cold as -10 C in winter, most of the country lies close to the coast, which means mild temperatures, moderate rainfall, and abundant sunshine.

Because New Zealand lies in the Southern Hemisphere, the average temperature decreases as you travel south. The north of New Zealand is subtropical and the south temperate. The warmest months are December, January and February, and the coldest June, July and August. In summer, the average maximum temperature ranges between 20 - 30ºC and in winter between 10 - 15ºC.