Catlins Weather in November

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Catlins, New Zealand in November.

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Owaka Kaka Point Waikawa

Planning a journey to the Catlins, New Zealand this November and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in the Catlins in November

The Catlins, New Zealand is a region in New Zealand. November in the Catlins generally has mild temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 15°C (59°F) and nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) in Owaka.

For a closer look at conditions across the Catlins, New Zealand, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In November, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Kaka Point with an average of 94 mm (3.7 in) to high rainfall in Waikawa with 123 mm (4.8 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Owaka gets approximately 169 hours of sunlight in November, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

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Best Places to Visit in the Catlins in November

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in the Catlins

What is the weather like in November for some of the most popular destinations in the Catlins, New Zealand?

Temperature range in the Catlins (November)

Precipitation variation in the Catlins (November)

Owaka

In November Owaka generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
162 hours
169 hours
182 hours
Monthly rainfall
105 mm (4.1 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Owaka →

Kaka Point

In November Kaka Point generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
162 hours
169 hours
182 hours
Monthly rainfall
98 mm (3.9 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Kaka Point →

Waikawa

In November Waikawa generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
176 hours
183 hours
192 hours
Monthly rainfall
128 mm (5 in)
123 mm (4.8 in)
120 mm (4.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Waikawa →

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Popular cities in November

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Catlins in November.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Owaka 15°C (59°F) 8°C (46°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)
Kaka Point 15°C (59°F) 8°C (46°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Waikawa 15°C (59°F) 8°C (46°F) 123 mm (4.8 in)

The Catlins weather in November: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Catlins, New Zealand in November?

In November, the Catlins, New Zealand generally has unpleasant weather conditions. Owaka sees daytime temperatures near 15°C (59°F), with nights cooling to roughly 8°C (46°F).

What is the average temperature in the Catlins, New Zealand in November?

In Owaka, the average daytime high in November is 15°C (59°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 8°C (46°F).

Does the Catlins, New Zealand get a lot of rain in November?

Owaka typically receives notable rainfall in November, about 100 mm (3.9 in) on average across the Catlins, New Zealand.

Is November a Good Time to Visit the Catlins, New Zealand?

In our opinion, November may not be the ideal time to visit the Catlins, New Zealand due to the typically unpleasant weather in Owaka.

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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