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Arthur's Pass weather in July (Canterbury, New Zealand)

What's the typical weather in Arthur's Pass for July? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

In July, Arthur's Pass typically experiences low temperatures and heavy snow/rainfall. July is typically considered a winter month. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 5°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate -2°C. This month tends to bring the coldest weather of the year, so be sure to pack enough warm clothing to stay comfortable.

Precipitation

Arthur's Pass in July falls under the rainy season with heavy snow/rainfall, averaging around 192 mm for the month. It is the driest month of the year. For those who prefer outdoor activities, it's a great time to explore without the huge concern of sudden downpours. Snow/rain is expected on roughly 17 days.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a balanced 129 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Arthur's Pass climate page with graphs.

 

Arthur's Pass, monthly averages in July

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -2°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 5°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 56%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 192 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 83% *  
SunshineSunshine 129 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Hokitika, New Zealand (53 KM, 33 Miles).

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.

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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?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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