Napier Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

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

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

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

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