Tasman Weather & Climate: New Zealand

Climate by month across Tasman, New Zealand, average temperatures, rainfall and the best time to visit.

Climate overview of Tasman

Tasman in New Zealand sees its peak temperatures in February (21°C (70°F)) and its coolest in July (11°C (52°F)). For a full breakdown of what to expect throughout the year, we've put together a climate overview based on data from Motueka, the region's most visited city. For more detailed climate information about other cities in the area, please see the section beneath the map further down the page.

The weather in Tasman during January, February, March and December is comfortably warm, with average temperatures ranging from 19°C (66°F) to 21°C (70°F).

When it comes to rainfall, Tasman experiences moderate variations in precipitation across the seasons. You can expect around 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain in June, dropping to 93 mm (3.7 in) in February.

Visitors hoping to maximize their time in the sun should consider planning their trip for December, when daylight hours are at their peak.

Explore Tasman by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Tasman — and find the best time to visit. (based on Motueka)

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Motueka Mapua Richmond Tasman Takaka Collingwood
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Climate map of Tasman

Average daily temperature, monthly rainfall & sunshine hours across cities.

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Average daytime and nighttime temperatures, yearly rainfall and sunshine.

Motueka 12°C (54°F) 21°C (70°F) 6°C (43°F) 14°C (57°F) 1501 mm (59 in) 2,389 hours
Mapua 12°C (54°F) 21°C (70°F) 5°C (41°F) 14°C (57°F) 1403 mm (55 in) 2,502 hours
Richmond 11°C (52°F) 21°C (70°F) 4°C (39°F) 13°C (55°F) 1403 mm (55 in) 2,502 hours
Tasman 12°C (54°F) 21°C (70°F) 5°C (41°F) 14°C (57°F) 1424 mm (56 in) 2,389 hours
Takaka 12°C (54°F) 21°C (70°F) 5°C (41°F) 13°C (55°F) 1834 mm (72 in) 2,389 hours
Collingwood 12°C (54°F) 20°C (68°F) 8°C (46°F) 15°C (59°F) 1934 mm (76 in) 2,389 hours

Places in Tasman, New Zealand

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