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Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Arrowtown.
Arrowtown, in New Zealand's Otago region, experiences significant temperature swings from mild summers to cold winters. The town receives heavy rainfall and snowfall depending on the season, creating distinct wet and snowy periods. This gold mining village draws crowds for its spectacular autumn colors and 1860s architecture, plus it's just a short drive from Queenstown. Let's explore the climate details to provide you with a complete overview on when to visit.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Arrowtown - and find the best time to visit.
In Arrowtown, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a moderate 17°C (63°F) in February to a chilly 2°C (36°F) in the coolest month, July.
Nights vary from 7°C (45°F) in February to around -4°C (25°F) during the colder months.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Arrowtown experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1463 mm (58 in) of precipitation annually. Precipitation levels in Arrowtown remain relatively steady throughout the year. December has the most rain, with 144 mm (5.7 in) over 12 days. In the driest month July, this drops slightly to 102 mm (4 in), making the city's climate fairly predictable. For more details, please visit our Arrowtown Precipitation page.
For those who appreciate different seasons, Arrowtown serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in January with an average of 7.7 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in June, offering only 2.4 hours of daily sunlight.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Arrowtown.
The city experiences its highest humidity in June, reaching 83%. In November, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 68%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
January, February, March and December typically offer the most optimal weather in Arrowtown. In contrast, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to have less optimal conditions. Arrowtown has mild summers and cold winters.
Daytime highs range from 2°C (36°F) in July to 17°C (63°F) in February. Nighttime lows range from -4°C (25°F) to 7°C (45°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
Annual rainfall is around 1463 mm (58 in). December is the wettest month with 144 mm (5.7 in), while July is the driest with 102 mm (4 in).
Arrowtown receives around 1,928 hours of sunshine per year. January is the sunniest month with 230 hours, while June is the cloudiest with just 72 hours.
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