Masterton, New Zealand - Weather and Climate
Temperatures in Masterton, Wellington, New Zealand, experience a moderate degree of variance through the seasons.
Days can be pleasant, while the cooler months tend
to be cold.
It also experiences much rainfall throughout the year.
Let’s explore the climate details to provide you with a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The climate in Masterton experiences moderate temperature changes, with mild shifts between seasons. Average daytime temperatures reach a pleasant 22°C in February. 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
Masterton has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1080 mm of rainfall per year. Despite minor fluctuations, Masterton enjoys fairly consistent precipitation throughout the year. In October, you can expect around 110 mm of precipitation, while in May, Masterton receives about 72 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
Masterton can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of January under a blue sky, with approximately 7.0 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in June, with only 2.6 hours of sunlight per day.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average monthly humidity
The city experiences its highest humidity in June, reaching 87%. In January, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 75%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Forecast for Masterton
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The best time of year to visit Masterton in New Zealand
During the months of January and February 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:
February has an average maximum temperature of 22°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 12°C.
October tops the wettest month list with 110 mm of rainfall.
May is the driest month with 72 mm of precipitation.
January is the sunniest month with an average of 210 hours of sunshine.
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