Akaroa Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

The climate in Akaroa experiences moderate temperature changes, with mild shifts between seasons. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 20°C (68°F) in February, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 11°C (52°F) during cooler months like July.

At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 14°C (57°F) in February to around 6°C (43°F) during July.

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Temperature ranges by month

Generally, Akaroa receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 665 mm (26 in) annually. Year-round, Akaroa has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, June, with 68 mm (2.7 in), and the driest month, February, with 47 mm (1.9 in), is minimal. For more details, please visit our Akaroa Precipitation page.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Akaroa. While January receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 7.9 hours, June marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 3.9 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Daily percentage of sunshine

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Akaroa.

The city experiences its highest humidity in July, reaching 88%. In November, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 71%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year