Auckland Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
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.
Monthly Temperature in Auckland
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 (77°F) in February, the warmest time of the year, to a moderate 15°C (59°F) during cooler months like July.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 18°C (64°F) in February to around 9°C (48°F) during July.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Auckland
Auckland has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1167 mm (46 in) of rainfall annually. While rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. July brings wetter days averaging 123 mm (4.8 in) of precipitation, spread over 20 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month March experiences a drier climate, with about 75 mm (3 in) of rainfall spread across 13 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Auckland Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine Hours in Auckland
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
Daily percentage of sunshine
Water Temperature in Auckland
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 14°C (57°F) in August to 19°C (66°F) in February.
Water temperature over the year
Humidity in Auckland by Month
The city experiences its highest humidity in June, reaching 89%. In November, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 77%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Wind Speed in Auckland
The mean wind speed varies between 4 m/s (8 knots) and 5 m/s (10 knots) throughout the year. It is lowest in March, May, June, July and August and highest during January, February, April, September, October, November and December. What does this mean?
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
Auckland 3-Day Forecast
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
Best Time to Visit Auckland
During the months of January, February, March, April, November and December, Auckland enjoys pleasant weather with average temperatures ranging from 20°C (67°F) to 25°C (76°F). These months are perfect for sightseeing and exploring.Rainfall during this time ranges from 75 mm (3 in) in March to 101 mm (4 in) in December. This means you can expect a mix of sunny days and occasional showers. Seeking the perfect travel destination for this year? We've created a tool that suggests locations matching your desired weather. Let our weather planner guide your travel decisions.
