Gisborne Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The temperature in Gisborne can vary quite a bit throughout the year.
Temperatures can be warm during the warmest months,
and cold during the cooler months.
It receives a reasonable amount of rainfall.
Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
Visitors to Gisborne can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 26°C in January. In July, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 12°C.
At night, you can expect cooler temperatures, with averages dropping to around 4°C during this month.Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Generally, Gisborne experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 657 mm yearly. Gisborne experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 70 mm in November, the wettest month, and 35 mm in March, the driest month.
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
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.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Average humidity
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
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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 Gisborne in Australia
During the months of January, February, March, November and December you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
January has an average maximum temperature of 26°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is August with an average maximum temperature of 12°C.
November tops the wettest month list with 70 mm of rainfall.
March is the driest month with 35 mm of precipitation.
January is the sunniest month with an average of 276 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.
