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Tasman Climate by Month

Temperatures in Tasman experience a moderate degree of variance through the seasons. Days can be pleasant, while the cooler months tend to be cold. It also has a notably wet climate with much precipitation. Now, let’s break down all the climate details for a clearer picture.

Average day and night temperature

The weather in Tasman changes moderately throughout the year, offering enough variation to appreciate each season. Average daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 21°C in February, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 12°C during cooler months like July. At night, temperatures typically average around 5°C during these months.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Tasman has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1424 mm of rainfall per year. Year-round, Tasman has a balanced climate with minimal variation in precipitation. The difference between the wettest month, June, with 140 mm, and the driest month, February, with 89 mm, is minimal.

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

Sunshine over the year

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Tasman. While December receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 8.4 hours, June marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 5.0 hours of sunlight per day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Data from: Motueka, New Zealand (10 KM, 6 Miles).

Daily hours of sunshine

Data from: Motueka, New Zealand (10 KM, 6 Miles).

The best time of year to visit Tasman in New Zealand

During the months of January and February 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 Tasman?
    February has an average maximum temperature of 21°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Tasman?
    The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 12°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Tasman?
    October tops the wettest month list with 140 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Tasman?
    February is the driest month with 89 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Tasman?
    December is the sunniest month with an average of 251 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Tasman

    Sun   Dec 15
    25°C | 15°C
    NE 14 km/h
    1.1 mm
    partly cloudy and rain

    partly cloudy and rain

    Mon   Dec 16
    25°C | 15°C
    NE 7 km/h
    10 mm
    broken clouds and thunder

    broken clouds and thunder

    Tue   Dec 17
    21°C | 12°C
    N 25 km/h
    clear and no rain

    clear and no rain