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Makarora Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The temperature in Makarora can vary quite a bit throughout the year. Temperatures can be mild during the warmest months, and cold during the cooler months. It is also known for its large amounts of rain/snowfall. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

Visitors to Makarora can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a moderate 17°C in February to a chilly 4°C in the coolest month, July.

Nights are cooler, with lows often dropping to around -3°C during the colder months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Makarora is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 2639 mm. Precipitation levels in Makarora remain relatively steady throughout the year. December has the most rain, with 264 mm over 14 days. In July, this drops slightly to 188 mm, making the city's climate fairly predictable.

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

For those who appreciate different seasons, Makarora serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in January with an average of 7.7 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in June, offering only 4.0 hours of daily sunlight. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.

Monthly hours of sunshine
Data from: Wanaka, New Zealand (52 KM, 32 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine
Data from: Wanaka, New Zealand (52 KM, 32 Miles).

Forecast for Makarora

Thu   Jan 16
23°C | 7°C
N 3 m/s
0.3 mm
broken clouds and chance of slight rain

broken clouds and chance of slight rain

hourly forecast
Fri   Jan 17
23°C | 7°C
NW 3 m/s
partly cloudy and no rain

partly cloudy and no rain

hourly forecast
Sat   Jan 18
21°C | 7°C
NW 3 m/s
broken clouds and no rain

broken clouds and no rain

hourly forecast
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Check the conditions for any month of the year.

The best time of year to visit Makarora in New Zealand

The average rainfall figures in Makarora 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:
  • Which is the warmest month in Makarora?
    February has an average maximum temperature of 17°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Makarora?
    The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 4°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Makarora?
    December tops the wettest month list with 264 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Makarora?
    July is the driest month with 188 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Makarora?
    January is the sunniest month with an average of 231 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.

     

     


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