Gisborne Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Visitors to Gisborne can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 26°C (79°F) in January. In July, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 12°C (54°F).

At night, temperatures range from around 12°C (54°F) in January to 4°C (39°F) in July.

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Temperature ranges by month

Generally, Gisborne experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 657 mm (26 in) yearly. Gisborne experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 70 mm (2.8 in) in November, the wettest month, and 35 mm (1.4 in) in March, the driest month. For more details, please visit our Gisborne Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Gisborne can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of January under a blue sky, with approximately 9.2 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in June, with only 4.1 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Daily percentage of sunshine

The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Gisborne.

The city experiences its highest humidity in June, reaching 64%. In January, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 44%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year