Eskdale Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Eskdale’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 moderate changes in the climate in Eskdale ensures gradual weather shifts through each season. Typically, maximum daytime temperatures range from a warm 24°C in January to a mild 14°C in the coolest month, July. Nights are cooler, with temperatures generally dropping to 6°C, particularly during the colder months.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Eskdale by month:
Typically, the coolest time of day is between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the hottest time occurs around 3 PM, when the sun’s heating effect is strongest. January, the city’s warmest month, experiences 227 hours of sunshine.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
July, the city’s coldest month, sees about 106 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 12 days. It records 137 hours of sunshine of sunshine.
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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Eskdale Temperatures Compared World Wide
Eskdale’s average annual maximum temperature is 19°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
Athens, Greece, experiences an average annual temperature of 23°C, with hot summers and mild winters typical of a Mediterranean climate.
Meanwhile, Queenstown, New Zealand, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 10°C, with mild summers and cold winters.
Meanwhile, Buenos Aires, Argentina, enjoys a humid subtropical climate with an average annual temperature of 23°C, featuring hot summers and mild winters.
In Brisbane, Australia, the average annual temperature is 26°C, making it warmer than Sydney.
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.
In Eskdale, during the coolest month, July, you will experience 79% humidity, which is considered high. This is accompanied by an average maximum temperature of 14°C. In the warmest month, January, the humidity is 69% combined with an average maximum temperature of 24°C, which creates a high-feel temperature. 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.
Temperatures in the Mountains
Although not all regions have mountains, elevated areas exhibit distinct temperature variations.
- Sun Exposure: Sunlit slopes tend to be warmer, while shaded areas remain cooler.
- Altitude Effects: Temperatures drop by approximately 6°C for every 1,000 meters of elevation, creating distinct microclimates.
For more detailed information about Eskdale’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Eskdale climate page.
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