Punakaiki Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

With minimal seasonal shifts, Punakaiki experiences a constant climate year-round. Average daytime temperatures reach a pleasant 19°C (66°F) in February. In July, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 12°C (54°F).

At night, temperatures range from around 14°C (57°F) in February to 7°C (45°F) in July.

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Temperature ranges by month

Punakaiki has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 2899 mm (114 in) of rainfall per year. Despite minor fluctuations, Punakaiki enjoys fairly consistent precipitation throughout the year. In October, you can expect around 291 mm (11 in) of precipitation, while in February, Punakaiki receives about 177 mm (7 in). For more details, please visit our Punakaiki Precipitation page.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Punakaiki can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of January under a blue sky, with approximately 7.0 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in June, with only 3.6 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The city experiences its highest humidity in February, reaching 84%. In August, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 81%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year