Darfield Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Darfield’s temperature statistics in detail, including day and night variations and monthly averages. We’ll also compare the annual temperature to other cities in New Zealand.
Monthly Temperature Averages
The weather in Darfield experiences significant differences between warm and cold seasons, with big shifts in temperature. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a comfortable 22°C in February, the warmest time of the year, to a chilly 11°C during cooler months like July. At night, minimum temperatures typically average around 1°C during these months.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Darfield by month:
The minimum temperature is commonly observed between 4 AM and 6 AM, with the maximum occurring around 3 PM, when the sun’s strength is at its peak. February, the city’s warmest month, sees 196 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
July, the city’s coldest month, receives about 81 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 12 days. For more information, please visit our Darfield Precipitation page.
Annual Temperatures in New Zealand Compared
The map below shows the annual temperature across New Zealand. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Darfield Temperatures Compared World Wide
Darfield’s average annual maximum temperature is 17°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual temperature is around 21°C, resulting in warm summers and mild winters throughout the year.
In Toronto, Canada, the average annual temperature is 13°C, with snowy winters and warm summers.
The climate in San Francisco, USA, is mild, with an average annual temperature of 19°C and minimal seasonal variation.
Adelaide, Australia, enjoys warm summers and mild winters, with an average annual temperature of 21°C.
How does the temperature feel?
Humidity is an essential factor in how you experience temperature. When a warm period is accompanied by high humidity, it results in a higher perceived temperature. This is especially true when temperatures exceed 25°C, as it can cause greater discomfort.
On the other hand, in cooler months, especially when temperatures dip below 10°C, high humidity can intensify the cold. This makes the air feel much colder than it really is.
In Darfield, during the coolest month, July, you will experience 88% humidity, which is considered very high. This is accompanied by an average maximum temperature of 11°C. Explore our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
How are these Temperatures Measured?
Generally, temperature data depicting climate is usually given over a 30-year average in order to reduce short-term fluctuations and reveal better long-term trends in climate conditions.
This temperature data is taken from land-based thermometers, ocean buoys, ships, and satellites. These measurements are transmitted to weather stations and climate centers around the globe where they are processed, averaged, and analyzed in order to monitor the trends and create climate models.
Global Warming and Its Effects
Climate change is affecting worldwide temperatures, including in Darfield. It has massive impacts on both local and global levels:
- Global Temperature Rise: The average global land and sea temperatures have risen by about 1.2°C since pre-industrial times.
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Local Impacts: Most regions of the world are witnessing warmer winters with fewer frost and snowfall days. The global frequency and severity of heatwaves have increased. For example, Europe's summers of 2018, 2019, and 2020 all broke records. Summers are also becoming drier; however, during winter, inland regions have experienced increased rainfall. This has caused elevated river levels and more cases of flooding.
Many countries are experiencing earlier springs and later autumns. This is why some bird species have shifted their migration dates.
For more detailed information about Darfield’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Darfield climate page.
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