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Nelson Climate by Month

The temperature in Nelson can vary greatly throughout the year. The temperatures shift from warm to very cold. It receives mid-range precipitation levels. Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.

Average day and night temperature

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from comfortable to very cold in Nelson. Average daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 26°C in July, the warmest time of the year, to a very cold 2°C during cooler months like December. At night, temperatures typically average around -5°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Generally, Nelson has a moderate amount of precipitation, averaging 851 mm of rain/snowfall annually. Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wetter season, December receives high snowfall, averaging 154 mm of precipitation, recorded across 22 snowy days. In contrast, the drier season, July brings less rainfall, with 9.4 mm over 4 rainy days.

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

The best time of year to visit Nelson in the United States of America

During the months of June, July, August and September 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:
  • Does Nelson have a dry season?
    Yes, the months of July and August are very dry.
  • Which is the warmest month in Nelson?
    July has an average maximum temperature of 26°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Nelson?
    The coldest month is December with an average maximum temperature of 2°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Nelson?
    December tops the wettest month list with 154 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Nelson?
    July is the driest month with 9 mm of precipitation.

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    Forecast for Nelson

    Sat   Nov 23
    4°C | -4°C
    W 7 km/h
    5.6 mm
    overcast and  chance of sleet

    overcast and chance of sleet

    Sun   Nov 24
    1°C | -3°C
    E 11 km/h
    23 mm
    overcast and heavy snow

    overcast and heavy snow

    Mon   Nov 25
    3°C | -3°C
    E 7 km/h
    2 mm
    overcast and slight sleet

    overcast and slight sleet