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Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Methven.
Methven, Canterbury, New Zealand, sees big temperature differences between seasons, with February peaking at 21°C (70°F) and July dropping to 9°C (48°F).
The city receives considerable rain/snowfall, with around 1181 mm (46 in) annually. October is the wettest month. It has pleasant summers and cold winters. The sunniest month is January, with 7.9 hours of sunshine per day on average.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Methven - and find the best time to visit.
Visitors to Methven can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 21°C (70°F) in February to a chilly 9°C (48°F) in the coolest month, July.
Nights vary from 10°C (50°F) in February to around 0°C (32°F) during the colder months.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Methven is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1181 mm (46 in). Precipitation levels in Methven remain relatively steady throughout the year. October has the most rain, with 115 mm (4.5 in) over 10 days. In the driest month March, this drops slightly to 84 mm (3.3 in), making the city's climate fairly predictable. For more details, please visit our Methven Precipitation page.
For those who appreciate different seasons, Methven serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in January with an average of 7.9 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in June, offering only 3.9 hours of daily sunlight.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Methven.
The city experiences its highest humidity in July, reaching 88%. In November, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 71%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
February typically offers the most optimal weather in Methven. In contrast, June and July tend to have less optimal conditions. Methven has pleasant summers and cold winters.
Daytime highs range from 9°C (48°F) in July to 21°C (70°F) in February. Nighttime lows range from 0°C (32°F) to 10°C (50°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
Annual rainfall is around 1181 mm (46 in). October is the wettest month with 115 mm (4.5 in), while March is the driest with 84 mm (3.3 in).
Methven receives around 2,129 hours of sunshine per year. January is the sunniest month with 238 hours, while June is the cloudiest with just 117 hours. Overall, Methven enjoys abundant sunshine.
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