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Balclutha Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The temperature in Balclutha varies moderately throughout the year. The temperatures shift from pleasant to cold. It receives mid-range precipitation levels. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

In Balclutha, seasonal changes bring about a moderate variation in temperatures. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 19°C in January, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 10°C during cooler months like July.

At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around 2°C during these months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Balclutha has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 907 mm of rain/snowfall annually. While rainfall varies throughout the year, each season offers its own charm. January brings wetter days averaging 102 mm of precipitation, spread over 15 rainy days.

In contrast, July experiences a drier climate, with about 49 mm of rainfall spread across 16 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 Balclutha. While December receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 6.1 hours, June marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 3.3 hours of sunlight per day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Dunedin, New Zealand (49 KM, 30 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Dunedin, New Zealand (49 KM, 30 Miles).

Forecast for Balclutha

Wed   Jan 15
19°C | 8°C
E 7 m/s
almost clear and no rain

almost clear and no rain

Thu   Jan 16
22°C | 8°C
E 6 m/s
partly cloudy and no rain

partly cloudy and no rain

Fri   Jan 17
22°C | 9°C
E 5 m/s
broken clouds and no rain

broken clouds and no rain

Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

The best time of year to visit Balclutha in New Zealand

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Balclutha?
    January has an average maximum temperature of 19°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Balclutha?
    The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 10°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Balclutha?
    January tops the wettest month list with 102 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Balclutha?
    July is the driest month with 49 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Balclutha?
    December is the sunniest month with an average of 182 hours of sunshine.

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