Arthur's Pass Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Visitors to Arthur's Pass can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a moderate 17°C (63°F) in February, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 5°C (41°F) during cooler months like July.

At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 8°C (46°F) in February to around -2°C (28°F) during July.

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Temperature ranges by month

Arthur's Pass is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 2783 mm (110 in). Year-round, Arthur's Pass has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, October, with 294 mm (12 in), and the driest month, July, with 192 mm (7.6 in), is minimal. For more details, please visit our Arthur's Pass 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 Arthur's Pass. While January receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 7.0 hours, June marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 3.6 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The city experiences its highest humidity in February, reaching 84%. In August, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 81%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year