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Hamilton weather in July (Waikato, New Zealand)

What's the typical weather in Hamilton for July? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

The month of July in Hamilton typically includes moderate temperatures and high rainfall. The winter season is characteristic of July. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 15°C, while night temperatures can drop to 6°C. During July, the city enjoys the most temperate climate of the year.

Precipitation

Hamilton in July usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 131 mm for the month. With this being the rainiest month, having an umbrella is essential to avoid unexpected rain. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 18 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a balanced 127 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, July may not be the ideal month to visit Hamilton. January, February, March and November typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, June, July, August and September tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Hamilton climate page with graphs.

 

Hamilton, monthly averages in July

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 6°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 15°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 58%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 131 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 18 days  
HumidityHumidity 88%  
SunshineSunshine 127 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in New Zealand in July

Find out more about the weather in New Zealand and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
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).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

Interested in more climate information?

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