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Russell Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide

The temperature in Russell varies moderately throughout the year. The temperatures shift from warm to mild. It also experiences much rainfall throughout the year. Let's now guide you through the climate details for a complete overview.

Average maximum day and minimum night temperature

In Russell, seasonal changes bring about a moderate variation in temperatures. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 24°C in February. In August, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a moderate 16°C.

At night, you can expect cooler temperatures, with averages dropping to around 10°C during this month.

Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

Precipitation and rainy days

Russell has a relatively rainy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1108 mm of rainfall annually. Russell experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 131 mm in July, the wettest month, and 70 mm in November, the driest month.

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

Average water temperature

The mean water temperature over the year ranges from 16°C in July to 21°C in January.

Water temperature over the year

Data from: Paihia, New Zealand (2 KM, 1 Miles).

Forecast for Russell

Tuesday
4 Feb
Light rain showers
Light rain showers
24°C
1.5 mm
Wednesday
5 Feb
Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
23°C
0.4 mm
Thursday
6 Feb
Cloudy
Cloudy
25°C
0 mm

Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

The best time of year to visit Russell in New Zealand

During the months of January, February, March, April 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:
  • Which is the warmest month in Russell?
    February has an average maximum temperature of 24°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Russell?
    The coldest month is August with an average maximum temperature of 16°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Russell?
    July tops the wettest month list with 131 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Russell?
    November is the driest month with 70 mm of precipitation.

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