The Catlins weather in July
Thinking about venturing to the Catlins this July 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 the Catlins in July?
The Catlins is a region in New Zealand. July in the Catlins generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation.
You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 10°C and nighttime temperatures around 4°C in Owaka. Typically, it's the chilliest month of the year. Making it a great time for staying indoors and enjoying the warmth. Make sure you're prepared by packing the right winter outfits.
In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Kaka Point with an average of 57 mm to moderate rainfall in Waikawa with 83 mm. In Owaka, this particular month consistently records the lowest levels of rainfall, making it the driest period throughout the entire year. Owaka enjoys a balanced 100 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.
To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of the Catlins in July, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our the Catlins climate page.
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Average weather in Owaka
In July Owaka generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Kaka Point
In July Kaka Point generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Waikawa
In July Waikawa generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is July the best time to visit the Catlins?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Owaka, July may not be the ideal time to visit the Catlins.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in February offering mostly pleasant weather in Owaka. On the other hand, the weather in July tends to be poor.
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