the West Coast in New Zealand sees its peak temperatures in February (21°C (70°F)) and its coolest in July (12°C (54°F)). For a full breakdown of what to expect throughout the year, we've put together a climate overview based on data from Greymouth, 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 the West Coast during January, February and March is comfortably warm, with average temperatures ranging from 19°C (66°F) to 21°C (70°F).
When it comes to rainfall, the West Coast sees significant variations throughout the year. October tends to be the wettest, receiving 267 mm (11 in) of rain, while February is much drier with just 179 mm (7 in). Travelers should note that the rainy season falls during January, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December, bringing substantial precipitation ranging from 195 mm (7.7 in) to 267 mm (11 in) monthly.
January is the sunniest period, with ideal conditions for exploring the region and all it has to offer.
