In New Zealand you have several regions, one of which is called the Catlins. The most popular city in this region is Owaka, whose climate data we'll examine to provide you with an overview of what weather to expect in the Catlins. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.
In the Catlins, there are no specific months with consistently comfortable weather, but average temperatures vary throughout the year.
The warmest weather in the Catlins arrives in February, when temperatures climb to 18°C (64°F). In contrast, July sees the mercury drop to daytime highs of 10°C (50°F).
Precipitation in the Catlins shows some seasonal variation. You'll find the most rain in January (114 mm (4.5 in)), while July tends to be drier (60 mm (2.4 in)).
Visitors hoping to maximize their time in the sun should consider planning their trip for December, when daylight hours are at their peak.
