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

How is the weather in Arthur's Pass in July? This guide provides all the details you need.

In July, Arthur's Pass generally has low temperatures and heavy snow/rainfall. July is 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, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate -2°C. It's often the coldest month of the year, a perfect time to cozy up indoors. Make sure to bring along suitable winter clothing.

Arthur's Pass in July falls under the rainy season with heavy snow/rainfall, averaging around 192 mm for the month. It's the month receiving the least amount of rain. As the days go by, you can expect fewer clouds and less precipitation. This makes it an ideal time for outdoor activities and events that might be disrupted by wetter conditions in other months. Snow/rain is expected on roughly 17 days.

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 129 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

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 in July and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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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 Arthur's Pass in July?

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 in July.

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

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