Punakaiki weather in July (West Coast, New Zealand)

What does the weather outlook for Punakaiki look like in July? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

The month of July in Punakaiki typically brings low temperatures and heavy rainfall. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 12°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 7°C. July has the coolest temperatures of the year, but still offering mild weather.

Precipitation

Punakaiki in July falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 235 mm for the month. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 17 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

With about 129 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and clouds, creating a pleasant environment.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, July may not be the ideal month to visit Punakaiki. February typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Punakaiki, monthly averages in July

Min Temperature 7°C  

Max Temperature 12°C  

Chance of Rain 57%  

Precipitation 235 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Humidity 83% *  

Sunshine 129 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Hokitika, New Zealand (73 KM, 45 Miles).

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.

Weather conditions Weather

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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

5/10

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