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Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Windwhistle.
Windwhistle, Canterbury, New Zealand, sees big temperature differences between seasons, with February peaking at 20°C (68°F) and July dropping to 8°C (46°F).
The city has a wet climate, receiving around 1297 mm (51 in) of rain/snowfall per year. Despite the high annual total, it has pleasant summers and cold winters. October is the wettest month. The sunniest month is January, with 7.9 hours of sunshine per day on average.
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Visitors to Windwhistle can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. On average, daytime temperatures range from a pleasant 20°C (68°F) in February to a chilly 8°C (46°F) in July.
Nighttime temperatures range from 10°C (50°F) in February to 0°C (32°F) in July.
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Windwhistle is known for its substantial rain/snowfall, with annual precipitation reaching 1297 mm (51 in). The wettest period in Windwhistle occurs in October, which receives around 128 mm (5 in) of precipitation. During the driest month, March, Windwhistle experiences moderate rainfall, totaling 92 mm (3.6 in). The consistent precipitation levels throughout the year contribute to a relatively stable climate. For more details, please visit our Windwhistle Precipitation page.
In Windwhistle, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 7.9 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.
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The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Windwhistle.
The city experiences its highest humidity in July, reaching 88%. 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 and March typically offer the most optimal weather in Windwhistle. In contrast, June, July, August and September tend to have less optimal conditions. Windwhistle has pleasant summers and cold winters.
Daytime highs range from 8°C (46°F) in July to 20°C (68°F) in February. Nighttime lows range from 0°C (32°F) to 10°C (50°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
Annual rainfall is around 1297 mm (51 in). October is the wettest month with 128 mm (5 in), while March is the driest with 92 mm (3.6 in).
Windwhistle receives around 2,129 hours of sunshine per year. January is the sunniest month with 238 hours, while June is the cloudiest with just 117 hours. Overall, Windwhistle enjoys abundant sunshine.
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