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Hastings Climate by Month

The temperature in Hastings varies moderately throughout the year. The temperatures shift from warm to mild. It maintains moderate precipitation patterns. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

The weather in Hastings changes moderately throughout the year, offering enough variation to appreciate each season. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 24°C in January to a moderate 14°C in the coolest month, July. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 6°C, particularly during the colder months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Hastings has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 860 mm of rainfall annually. Precipitation levels in Hastings remain relatively steady throughout the year. July has the most rain, with 92 mm over 12 days. In May, this drops slightly to 62 mm, making the city's climate fairly predictable.

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

Sunshine over the year

For those who appreciate different seasons, Hastings serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in December with an average of 7.8 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in June, offering only 4.4 hours of daily sunlight.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Napier, New Zealand (18 KM, 11 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Napier, New Zealand (18 KM, 11 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Hastings in New Zealand

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:
  • Which is the warmest month in Hastings?
    January has an average maximum temperature of 24°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Hastings?
    The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 14°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Hastings?
    July tops the wettest month list with 92 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Hastings?
    May is the driest month with 62 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Hastings?
    December is the sunniest month with an average of 235 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Hastings

    Sat   Dec 14
    28°C | 14°C
    E 18 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain

    Sun   Dec 15
    27°C | 14°C
    NE 22 km/h
    almost clear and no rain

    almost clear and no rain

    Mon   Dec 16
    28°C | 16°C
    NE 7 km/h
    1.7 mm
    partly cloudy and  chance of slight rain

    partly cloudy and chance of slight rain