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Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Fairlie.
The climate in Fairlie, Canterbury, New Zealand, is marked by large temperature swings across the seasons, ranging from 20°C (68°F) in February to 7°C (45°F) in July.
With around 1184 mm (47 in) of annual rain/snowfall, Fairlie has a notably wet climate. However, this rain/snowfall is not evenly distributed, the city has pleasant summers and cold winters. The wettest month is December. January is the sunniest month, averaging 6.5 hours of sunshine per day.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Fairlie - and find the best time to visit.
In Fairlie, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average daytime temperatures reach a pleasant 20°C (68°F) in February. In July, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 7°C (45°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 9°C (48°F) in February to -2°C (28°F) in July.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Fairlie experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1184 mm (47 in) of precipitation annually. Despite minor fluctuations, Fairlie enjoys fairly consistent precipitation throughout the year. In December, you can expect around 129 mm (5.1 in) of precipitation, while in July, Fairlie receives about 81 mm (3.2 in). For more details, please visit our Fairlie Precipitation page.
Fairlie experiences moderate variation in sunshine hours across the seasons. With 6.5 hours daily sunshine in January, it dips to 4.1 hours in June, offering a balanced mix of sunny and overcast days.
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The city experiences its highest humidity in May, reaching 86%. In November, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 75%. 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 and March typically offer the most optimal weather in Fairlie. In contrast, June, July and August tend to have less optimal conditions. Fairlie has pleasant summers and cold winters.
Daytime highs range from 7°C (45°F) in July to 20°C (68°F) in February. Nighttime lows range from -2°C (28°F) to 9°C (48°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
Annual rainfall is around 1184 mm (47 in). December is the wettest month with 129 mm (5.1 in), while July is the driest with 81 mm (3.2 in).
Fairlie receives around 1,947 hours of sunshine per year. January is the sunniest month with 194 hours, while June is the cloudiest with just 123 hours.
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