Christchurch weather in September (Canterbury, New Zealand)
Planning a trip to Christchurch in September? This guide provides all the details you need.
In September, Christchurch typically experiences moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 15°C. But by evening, they drop to around 5°C.
Christchurch in September usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 55 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 9 days of the month will see rainfall.
The city usually sees around 167 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.
Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm January, February, March and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, June, July and August tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Christchurch climate page with graphs.
Christchurch, monthly averages in September
Min Temperature
5°C
Max Temperature
15°C
Water Temperature
10°C
Chance of Rain
30%
Precipitation
55 mm
Rainy days
9 days
Humidity
79%
Windspeed
11 km/h
Sunshine
167 hours
Percentage Sunshine
48%
Where to go in New Zealand in September
Find out more about the weather in New Zealand in September and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
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So, what should you wear in Christchurch in September?
Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. With a water temperature of around 10°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in September.
Interested in more climate information?
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