Masterton Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

The climate in Masterton experiences moderate temperature changes, with mild shifts between seasons. Average daytime temperatures reach a pleasant 22°C (72°F) in February. In July, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 12°C (54°F).

At night, temperatures range from around 12°C (54°F) in February to 4°C (39°F) in July.

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Temperature ranges by month

Masterton has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1080 mm (43 in) of rainfall per year. Despite minor fluctuations, Masterton enjoys fairly consistent precipitation throughout the year. In October, you can expect around 110 mm (4.3 in) of precipitation, while in May, Masterton receives about 72 mm (2.8 in). For more details, please visit our Masterton Precipitation page.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

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.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

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