The Tongariro Crossing in New Zealand
It is called the most beautiful walk in New Zealand, the Tongariro Crossing. The official hiking season starts late October until end of April.
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Fernhill, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020. Let's now guide you through the details for a complete overview.
On average, Fernhill receives a reasonable amount of rainfall, with an annual precipitation of 889 mm (35 in).
The wettest period in Fernhill occurs in July, which receives around 93 mm (3.7 in) of precipitation. During the driest month, May, Fernhill experiences moderate rainfall, totaling approximately 61 mm (2.4 in). The consistent precipitation levels throughout the year contribute to a relatively stable climate.
July, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 14°C (57°F). The city receives 137 hours of sunshine in this period. During the driest month May you can expect a temperature of 17°C (63°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Fernhill Temperature page.
The map below shows the annual precipitation across New Zealand. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
Fernhill's average annual precipitation is 889 mm (35 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 644 mm (25 in), evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.
Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.
Melbourne, Australia, has 690 mm (27 in) of rainfall annually, spread fairly evenly throughout the year.
Singapore, situated near the equator, gets 2581 mm (102 in) of rainfall annually, with no distinct dry season and consistent monthly precipitation.
Precipitation amounts are measured using specific gauges installed at weather stations, collecting both rain and snow and any other type of precipitation. Rainfall is measured directly in millimeters, while that from snow and ice is obtained by melting it. Automated systems often incorporate heaters to make this easier.
Information from these stations is transmitted via Wi-Fi, satellite, GPS, or telephone connections to central monitoring networks. This information is immediately updated and integrated into weather models and forecasts.
For more detailed information about Fernhill's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Fernhill Climate page.
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Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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