Lower Shotover Climate by Month
The temperature in Lower Shotover can vary greatly throughout the year.
The temperatures shift from mild
to cold.
It also has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high levels of precipitation.
Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.
Average day and night temperature
Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from moderate to chilly in Lower Shotover. On average, daytime temperatures range from a moderate 17°C in February to a chilly 3°C in July. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching -3°C in July.
The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year
Precipitation and rainy days
Lower Shotover has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1453 mm of rain/snowfall annually. The wettest period in Lower Shotover occurs in October, which receives around 142 mm of precipitation. During the driest month, July, Lower Shotover experiences high snow/rainfall, totaling approximately 100 mm. The consistent precipitation levels throughout the year contribute to a relatively stable climate.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
In Lower Shotover, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 7.7 hours in January. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. June sees a soft sun for only 2.4 hours per average day.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Lower Shotover.
Relative humidity over the year
The best time of year to visit Lower Shotover in New Zealand
Other facts from our historical weather data:February has an average maximum temperature of 17°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 142 mm of rainfall.
July is the driest month with 100 mm of precipitation.
January is the sunniest month with an average of 230 hours of sunshine.
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