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Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Te Puru.
Temperatures in Te Puru, Waikato, New Zealand, shift moderately through the seasons. The warmest month is February at 24°C (75°F), and the coolest is July at 15°C (59°F).
The city has a wet climate, receiving around 1266 mm (50 in) of rainfall per year. July is the wettest month. Sunshine peaks in January, when the city sees around 7.7 hours of sunshine per day.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Te Puru - and find the best time to visit.
The climate in Te Puru experiences moderate temperature changes, with mild shifts between seasons. On average, daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 24°C (75°F) in February to a moderate 15°C (59°F) in July.
Nighttime temperatures range from 17°C (63°F) in February to 9°C (48°F) in July.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Te Puru has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 1266 mm (50 in) of rainfall per year. The amount of precipitation varies moderately throughout the year. The wettest month, July, sees around 131 mm (5.2 in) of rainfall, perfect for those who enjoy a bit of rain now and then. The driest month, January, still receives a respectable 77 mm (3 in) of rainfall. For more details, please visit our Te Puru Precipitation page.
In Te Puru, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 7.7 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.
The city experiences its highest humidity in June, reaching 89%. In November, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 77%. 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 and March typically offer the most optimal weather in Te Puru. In contrast, June, July, August and September tend to have less optimal conditions.
Daytime highs range from 15°C (59°F) in July to 24°C (75°F) in February. Nighttime lows range from 9°C (48°F) to 17°C (63°F).
Annual rainfall is around 1266 mm (50 in). July is the wettest month with 131 mm (5.2 in), while January is the driest with 77 mm (3 in).
Te Puru receives around 2,025 hours of sunshine per year. January is the sunniest month with 230 hours, while June is the cloudiest with just 117 hours. Overall, Te Puru enjoys abundant sunshine.
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