Picton Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

The climate in Picton, Marlborough Sounds, New Zealand, sees a moderate range of temperatures across the year, from 22°C (72°F) in February down to 13°C (55°F) in July.

The city receives around 940 mm (37 in) of rainfall per year. June is the wettest month and March the driest. Sunshine peaks in January, when the city sees around 8.9 hours of sunshine per day.

Monthly Temperature in Picton

In Picton, seasonal changes bring about a moderate variation in temperatures. On average, daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 22°C (72°F) in February to a moderate 13°C (55°F) in July.

Nighttime temperatures range from 14°C (57°F) in February to 6°C (43°F) in July.

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Temperature ranges by month

Rainfall in Picton

On average, Picton receives a reasonable amount of rainfall, with an annual precipitation of 940 mm (37 in). The wettest period in Picton occurs in June, which receives around 96 mm (3.8 in) of precipitation. During the driest month, March, Picton experiences moderate rainfall, totaling 61 mm (2.4 in). The consistent precipitation levels throughout the year contribute to a relatively stable climate. For more details, please visit our Picton Precipitation page.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Sunshine Hours in Picton

In Picton, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 8.9 hours in January. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. June sees a soft sun for only 4.8 hours per average day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Nelson, New Zealand (60 KM, 37 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Nelson, New Zealand (60 KM, 37 Miles).

Humidity in Picton by Month

The city experiences its highest humidity in June, reaching 90%. In January, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 74%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year

Data from: Nelson, New Zealand (60 KM, 37 Miles).

Picton 3-Day Forecast

10-Day Forecast

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Best Time to Visit Picton

The best time to visit Picton is during January, February, March and December, when the weather provides comfortable temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 22°C (71°F). With rainfall of 61 mm (2.4 in) to 81 mm (3.2 in), you can expect pleasant weather during your visit in these months.

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