The Tongariro Crossing in New Zealand
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Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Te Awanga.
Temperatures in Te Awanga, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand, shift moderately through the seasons. The warmest month is January at 23°C (73°F), and the coolest is July at 14°C (57°F).
Annual rainfall is moderate at around 850 mm (33 in), with July being the wettest month. The sunniest month is December, with 7.8 hours of sunshine per day on average.
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The climate in Te Awanga experiences moderate temperature changes, with mild shifts between seasons. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 23°C (73°F) in January. In July, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a moderate 14°C (57°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 16°C (61°F) in January to 8°C (46°F) in July.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Generally, Te Awanga receives mid-range precipitation levels, with 850 mm (33 in) annually. Despite minor fluctuations, Te Awanga enjoys fairly consistent precipitation throughout the year. In July, you can expect around 94 mm (3.7 in) of precipitation, while in November, Te Awanga receives about 61 mm (2.4 in). For more details, please visit our Te Awanga Precipitation page.
Te Awanga can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of December under a blue sky, with approximately 7.8 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in June, with only 4.4 hours of sunlight per day.
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The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Te Awanga.
The city experiences its highest humidity in June, reaching 79%. In October, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 67%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
January, February, March and December typically offer the most optimal weather in Te Awanga. In contrast, May, June, July, August and September tend to have less optimal conditions.
Daytime highs range from 14°C (57°F) in July to 23°C (73°F) in January. Nighttime lows range from 8°C (46°F) to 16°C (61°F).
Annual rainfall is around 850 mm (33 in). July is the wettest month with 94 mm (3.7 in), while November is the driest with 61 mm (2.4 in).
Te Awanga receives around 2,255 hours of sunshine per year. December is the sunniest month with 235 hours, while June is the cloudiest with just 133 hours. Overall, Te Awanga enjoys abundant sunshine.
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