Wellington weather in July (Wellington, New Zealand)

Is Wellington a good destination in July, weather-wise? This guide provides the necessary weather information for your travel plans.

Temperatures

During July, Wellington usually has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime highs near 13°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around 9°C. On average, July has the most moderate temperatures of the year.

Precipitation

Wellington in July usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 92 mm for the month. Climate data suggests that about 17 days will experience rainfall.

Average sunshine

The month brings about 112 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and shade.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January, February and March typically offer the best circumstances. While June tends to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Wellington climate page with graphs.

 

Wellington, monthly averages in July

Min Temperature 9°C  

Max Temperature 13°C  

Water Temperature 12°C  

Chance of Rain 58%  

Precipitation 92 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Humidity 86%  

Windspeed 25 km/h  

Sunshine 112 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in New Zealand in July

Find out more about the weather in New Zealand and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

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 12°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.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

6/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Wellington.

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