Gibbston Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Gibbston experiences great temperature shifts.
The city's weather can transition from mild days
to cold weather.
It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation.
Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The climate in Gibbston is known for significant temperature differences throughout the year, making the weather dynamic. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a moderate 18°C in January, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 3°C during cooler months like July.
At night, temperatures typically drop to an average of around -4°C during these months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Gibbston has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1287 mm of rain/snowfall per year. Year-round, Gibbston has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, December, with 130 mm, and the driest month, July, with 86 mm, is minimal.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Gibbston. While January receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 7.7 hours, June marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 2.4 hours of sunlight per day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Gibbston.
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.
Relative humidity over the year
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Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Gibbston in New Zealand
Other facts from our historical weather data:January has an average maximum temperature of 18°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 3°C.
December tops the wettest month list with 130 mm of rainfall.
July is the driest month with 86 mm of precipitation.
January is the sunniest month with an average of 230 hours of sunshine.
No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
