Punakaiki weather in September (West Coast, New Zealand)

What kind of weather does September bring to Punakaiki? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.

Temperatures

In September, Punakaiki usually has moderate temperatures and heavy rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 13°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 8°C.

Precipitation

Punakaiki in September falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 273 mm for the month. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 21 days of rain.

Average sunshine

With about 148 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, September may not be the ideal month to visit Punakaiki. February typically offers the best circumstances. While January, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Punakaiki, monthly averages in September

Min Temperature 8°C  

Max Temperature 13°C  

Chance of Rain 69%  

Precipitation 273 mm  

Rainy days 21 days  

Humidity 83% *  

Sunshine 148 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

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

Where to go in New Zealand in September

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

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Punakaiki.

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