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Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Waitati.
Waitati, Otago, New Zealand, has a moderate seasonal temperature range, with February reaching 19°C (66°F) and July cooling to 11°C (52°F).
With around 818 mm (32 in) of annual rain/snowfall, the city has moderate precipitation levels. December is the wettest month and July the driest. Sunshine peaks in December, when the city sees around 6.1 hours of sunshine per day.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Waitati - and find the best time to visit.
The weather in Waitati changes moderately throughout the year, offering enough variation to appreciate each season. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 19°C (66°F) in February to a chilly 11°C (52°F) in the coolest month, July.
Nights vary from 11°C (52°F) in February to around 2°C (36°F) during the colder months.
Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.
Generally, Waitati experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 818 mm (32 in) yearly. The climate in Waitati shows significant variation throughout the year. Expect moderate rainfall in December, the wettest month, with an average of 99 mm (3.9 in) of precipitation over 17 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month July offers drier and sunnier days, with around 45 mm (1.8 in) of rainfall over 16 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Waitati Precipitation page.
For those who appreciate different seasons, Waitati serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in December with an average of 6.1 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in June, offering only 3.3 hours of daily sunlight.
Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Waitati.
The city experiences its highest humidity in May, reaching 80%. 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.
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 Waitati. In contrast, June, July and August tend to have less optimal conditions.
Daytime highs range from 11°C (52°F) in July to 19°C (66°F) in February. Nighttime lows range from 2°C (36°F) to 11°C (52°F).
Annual rainfall is around 818 mm (32 in). December is the wettest month with 99 mm (3.9 in), while July is the driest with 45 mm (1.8 in).
Waitati receives around 1,676 hours of sunshine per year. December is the sunniest month with 182 hours, while June is the cloudiest with just 98 hours.
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