Gisborne Weather in July

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Gisborne, New Zealand in July.

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Gisborne

Thinking about venturing to Gisborne, New Zealand this July and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Gisborne in July

Gisborne, New Zealand is a region in New Zealand. July in Gisborne generally has mild temperatures, with high precipitation. July falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 14°C (57°F) and nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) in Gisborne. Even if July is considered the coolest month, there are areas in Gisborne, New Zealand that maintain moderate temperatures, making it a pleasant destination all year round.

To explore the conditions in Gisborne, New Zealand in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

July is a rainy month with an average rainfall of around 102 mm (4 in) in Gisborne. It experiences its highest rainfall in this month of the year. Come prepared by bringing an umbrella.

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Gisborne as an example - it receives around 124 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

Explore Gisborne by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Gisborne — and find the best time to visit. (based on Gisborne)

January24°C (75°F) February24°C (75°F) March22°C (72°F) April20°C (68°F) May18°C (64°F) June15°C (59°F) This monthJuly14°C (57°F) August15°C (59°F) September17°C (63°F) October19°C (66°F) November20°C (68°F) December22°C (72°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Gisborne in July

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Gisborne.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
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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 Gisborne

What is the weather like in July for the most popular destinonation in Gisborne, New Zealand?

Gisborne

In July Gisborne generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

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Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
14°C (57°F)
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Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
126 hours
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Monthly rainfall
96 mm (3.8 in)
102 mm (4 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Gisborne, in New Zealand.

In our records: New Zealand July extremes

Notable July records observed across cities in New Zealand in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest July day in New Zealand reached 37°C (99°F) in Russell on July 26, 2020.

Gisborne weather in July: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Gisborne, New Zealand in July?

July in Gisborne, New Zealand brings unpleasant weather. In Gisborne, daytime temperatures are typically around 14°C (57°F) and nighttime lows hover near 7°C (45°F).

What is the average temperature in Gisborne, New Zealand in July?

Average temperatures in Gisborne, New Zealand during July range from a nighttime low near 7°C (45°F) to a daytime high around 14°C (57°F) in Gisborne.

Does Gisborne, New Zealand get a lot of rain in July?

Gisborne typically receives notable rainfall in July, about 102 mm (4 in) on average across Gisborne, New Zealand.

Is July a Good Time to Visit Gisborne, New Zealand?

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Gisborne, July may not be the ideal time to visit Gisborne, New Zealand.

On average, the best time to visit Gisborne, New Zealand is in January, February, March, April, November and December with generally perfect weather in Gisborne. In contrast, July tends to have unpleasant weather conditions.

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