Rolleston Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Temperatures see a moderate degree of fluctuation,
transitioning from warm conditions
to cold.
It receives a moderate amount of precipitation.
Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
The climate in Rolleston experiences moderate temperature changes, with mild shifts between seasons. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 23°C in January to a chilly 12°C in July.
Nighttime temperatures can drop, with average lows reaching 2°C in July. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Generally, Rolleston experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 745 mm yearly. The wettest period in Rolleston occurs in June, which receives around 69 mm of precipitation. During the driest month, March, Rolleston experiences moderate rainfall, totaling approximately 53 mm. The consistent precipitation levels throughout the year contribute to a relatively stable climate.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
In Rolleston, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 7.9 hours in January. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. June sees a soft sun for only 3.9 hours per average day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Average water temperature
The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 10°C in June to 16°C in January.
Water temperature over the year
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Rolleston.
The city experiences its highest humidity in July, reaching 88%. In November, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 71%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
Average wind speed
The mean wind speed over the year ranges from 3 m/s in March, April, May, June, July, August and September to 4 m/s in January, February, October, November and December.
The mean monthly wind speed over the year (meters per second)
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8 m/s
7 m/s
6 m/s
Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Rolleston in New Zealand
During the months of January, February, March and December 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:
January has an average maximum temperature of 23°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 12°C.
June tops the wettest month list with 69 mm of rainfall.
March is the driest month with 53 mm of precipitation.
January is the sunniest month with an average of 238 hours of sunshine.
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