Hamilton Temperatures: Monthly Averages and Year-Round Insights
On this page, we’ll explore Hamilton’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 Hamilton ensures gradual weather shifts through each season. Average maximum daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 25°C in February. In July, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a moderate 15°C. At night, minimum temperatures can drop even lower, averaging around 6°C.
The chart below illustrates the average maximum day and minimum night temperatures in Hamilton by month:
The minimum temperature is often recorded between 4 AM and 6 AM, while the highest temperature is usually reached at 3 PM. During this time the sun's heating effect is the strongest.
The chart below shows the average temperature throughout the year:
February, the city’s warmest month, also receives about 86 mm of rainfall spread over roughly 9 days. For more information, please visit our Hamilton 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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Hamilton Temperatures Compared World Wide
Hamilton’s average annual maximum temperature is 20°C. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:
Seville, Spain, stands out with its warm Mediterranean climate and an average annual temperature of 23°C.
In contrast, in ReykjavÃk, Iceland, the average annual temperature is significantly lower at 9°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 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 Hamilton’s weather, including monthly rainfall, sunshine hours, and humidity levels, visit our Hamilton climate page.
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