New Plymouth weather in September (Taranaki, New Zealand)
Wondering what the weather is like in New Plymouth during September? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.
Temperatures
Typically, September in New Plymouth includes moderate temperatures and heavy rainfall. Expect the temperatures during the day to hover around 15°C. At night, they will likely drop to about 10°C.
Precipitation
New Plymouth in September falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 178 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 15 days of rain are anticipated.Average sunshine
The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 166 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January, February and March typically offer the best circumstances. While June and July tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized New Plymouth climate page with graphs.
New Plymouth, monthly averages in September
Min Temperature
10°C
Max Temperature
15°C
Water Temperature
14°C
Chance of Rain
50%
Precipitation
178 mm
Rainy days
15 days
Humidity
82%
Windspeed
18 km/h
Sunshine
166 hours
Percentage Sunshine
48%
Where to go in New Zealand in September
Find out more about the weather in New Zealand and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
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 14°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.
Interested in more climate information?
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