New Zealand weather in November

Thinking about venturing to New Zealand this November and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What is the weather like in New Zealand in November?

New Zealand offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In November, one might encounter temperatures that range from cold to pleasant, and precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

During the day the temperature is cold in Mount Cook Village at 9°C and pleasant in Mangonui at 21°C. As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 13°C in Mangonui and 1°C in Mount Cook Village.

In November, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Akaroa with an average of 52 mm to heavy rainfall in Haast with 349 mm. Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 189 hours of sunlight anticipated in Auckland. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.

For specific regional insights in New Zealand for November, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our New Zealand climate page.

Where to go in New Zealand in November

Find the average weather conditions in November for the most popular destinations in New Zealand on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailed information.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

Popular destinations in New Zealand

What is the weather like in November for the 5 most popular destinations in New Zealand?

Average weather in Auckland

In November Auckland generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

Auckland
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<<   October October
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18°C 
12°C 
182 hours 
91 mm 
17 days 
20°C 
13°C 
189 hours 
87 mm 
15 days 
22°C 
16°C 
198 hours 
101 mm 
14 days 
Climate in Auckland

Average weather in Christchurch

In November Christchurch generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

Christchurch
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<<   October October
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17°C 
7°C 
204 hours 
62 mm 
10 days 
19°C 
9°C 
224 hours 
61 mm 
9 days 
21°C 
11°C 
218 hours 
63 mm 
11 days 
Climate in Christchurch

Average weather in Queenstown

In November Queenstown generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

Queenstown
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<<   October October
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9°C 
1°C 
200 hours 
152 mm 
13 days 
poor 
13°C 
3°C 
216 hours 
141 mm 
11 days 
poor 
15°C 
6°C 
223 hours 
149 mm 
12 days 
Climate in Queenstown

Average weather in Rotorua

In November Rotorua generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

Rotorua
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<<   October October
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17°C 
8°C 
193 hours 
115 mm 
14 days 
19°C 
9°C 
201 hours 
105 mm 
12 days 
21°C 
12°C 
217 hours 
127 mm 
13 days 
Climate in Rotorua

Average weather in Taupo

In November Taupo generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

Taupo
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<<   October October
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16°C 
7°C 
180 hours 
119 mm 
14 days 
18°C 
8°C 
192 hours 
110 mm 
12 days 
20°C 
11°C 
206 hours 
122 mm 
13 days 
Climate in Taupo

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Is November the best time to visit New Zealand?

We believe that November is one of the best times to visit New Zealand with overall perfect weather in Auckland. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, January, February, March, April and November provide perfect weather in Auckland. In contrast, June, July, August and September tend to have unpleasant weather conditions.

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