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Auckland Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

Auckland has an oceanic climate, with warm, humid summers and mild, damp winters. It is the warmest main centre of New Zealand and is also one of the sunniest, with an average of 2060 sunshine hours per year.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

The weather in Auckland changes moderately throughout the year, offering enough variation to appreciate each season. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 25°C in February, the warmest time of the year, to a moderate 15°C during cooler months like July.

At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around 9°C during these months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Auckland has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1167 mm of rainfall annually. While rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. July brings wetter days averaging 123 mm of precipitation, spread over 20 rainy days.

In contrast, March experiences a drier climate, with about 75 mm of rainfall spread across 13 rainy days.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Auckland. While January receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 7.7 hours, June marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 3.9 hours of sunlight per day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Average water temperature

The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 14°C in August to 19°C in February.

Water temperature over the year

Forecast for Auckland

Sun   Jan 12
23°C | 14°C
SW 8 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

Mon   Jan 13
22°C | 14°C
SW 9 m/s
clear and no rain

clear and no rain

Tue   Jan 14
23°C | 15°C
SW 8 m/s
almost clear and no rain

almost clear and no rain

Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

The best time of year to visit Auckland in New Zealand

During the months of January, February, March, April and December you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Auckland?
    February has an average maximum temperature of 25°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Auckland?
    The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 15°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Auckland?
    July tops the wettest month list with 123 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Auckland?
    March is the driest month with 75 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Auckland?
    January is the sunniest month with an average of 230 hours of sunshine.

  • No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.