Glenorchy Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The temperature in Glenorchy can vary quite a bit throughout the year.
Temperatures can be mild during the warmest months,
and cold during the cooler months.
It also experiences much rain/snowfall throughout the year.
Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
Visitors to Glenorchy can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures reach a moderate 16°C in February. In July, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 3°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
Glenorchy is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 2364 mm. Despite minor fluctuations, Glenorchy enjoys fairly consistent precipitation throughout the year. In October, you can expect around 230 mm of precipitation, while in July, Glenorchy receives about 171 mm.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
Glenorchy can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of January under a blue sky, with approximately 7.7 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in June, 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 Glenorchy.
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 Glenorchy in New Zealand
The average rainfall figures in Glenorchy are quite high. Throughout the year, you have a chance of prolonged precipitation. So no matter what time of year you go, you will always have to deal with a high number of rainy days. This makes it more challenging to point out the best time of year to visit. If we needed to pick one month we would choose January which is the sunniest month of the year.Other facts from our historical weather data:
February has an average maximum temperature of 16°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 3°C.
October tops the wettest month list with 230 mm of rainfall.
July is the driest month with 171 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.
