Whanganui Climate by Month
The weather in Whanganui sees moderate temperature fluctuations over the course of a year.
Temperatures can be pleasant at the high end
to roughly mild at the low end.
It is also known for its large amounts of rainfall.
Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.
Average day and night temperature
In Whanganui, seasonal changes bring about a moderate variation in temperatures. Typically, daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 22°C in February to a moderate 13°C in the coolest month, July. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 7°C, particularly during the colder months.
The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year
Precipitation and rainy days
Whanganui experiences significant rainfall throughout the year, averaging 1189 mm of precipitation annually. Precipitation levels in Whanganui remain relatively steady throughout the year. October has the most rain, with 115 mm over 14 days. In March, this drops slightly to 73 mm, making the city's climate fairly predictable.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
For those who appreciate different seasons, Whanganui serves as an ideal destination. Expect longer, more sun-filled days in January with an average of 7.0 hours of sunshine daily, and embrace the darker days in June, offering only 2.6 hours of daily sunlight.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Average humidity
The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Whanganui.
Relative humidity over the year
The best time of year to visit Whanganui in New Zealand
During the months of January, February and March 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:
February has an average maximum temperature of 22°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 13°C.
October tops the wettest month list with 115 mm of rainfall.
March is the driest month with 73 mm of precipitation.
January is the sunniest month with an average of 210 hours of sunshine.
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