Napier Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit
Napier, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand, has a moderate seasonal temperature range, with January reaching 24°C (75°F) and July cooling to 14°C (57°F).
Napier sees a moderate amount of rainfall, totalling around 906 mm (36 in) per year. The most sunshine falls in December, with an average of 7.8 hours of daily sunshine.
Monthly Temperature in Napier
The weather in Napier changes moderately throughout the year, offering enough variation to appreciate each season. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 24°C (75°F) in January, the warmest time of the year, to a moderate 14°C (57°F) during cooler months like July.
At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 16°C (61°F) in January to around 7°C (45°F) during July.
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Temperature ranges by month
Rainfall in Napier
Generally, Napier experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 906 mm (36 in) yearly. Year-round, Napier has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, July, with 97 mm (3.8 in), and the driest month, December, with 66 mm (2.6 in), is minimal. For more details, please visit our Napier Precipitation page.
The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow
Sunshine Hours in Napier
Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Napier. While December receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 7.8 hours, June marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 4.4 hours of sunlight per day.
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Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Humidity in Napier by Month
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Napier.
The city experiences its highest humidity in June, reaching 79%. In October, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 67%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Napier 3-Day Forecast
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Best Time to Visit Napier
During January, February, March, April, October, November and December, Napier experiences its most favorable weather, with temperatures between 18°C (65°F) and 24°C (74°F). These mild conditions make it an excellent time for a visit.The weather does bring rainfall during this period, between 66 mm (2.6 in) and 91 mm (3.6 in). Looking for inspiration on where to travel this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.