Nelson Region Weather in September

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Nelson Region, New Zealand in September.

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Nelson Hira

Planning a trip to Nelson Region, New Zealand this September? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Nelson Region in September

Nelson Region, New Zealand is a region in New Zealand. September in Nelson Region generally has mild temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 14°C (57°F) and nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) in Nelson.

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

Precipitation

September is a rainy month with an average rainfall of around 126 mm (5 in) in Nelson.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In Nelson, you can expect around 189 hours of sunlight in September, which gives a pleasant combination of sun and shade. For those who want maximum sunshine, our weather planner can point you toward the sunniest places on Earth.

Explore Nelson Region by month

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

January21°C (70°F) February21°C (70°F) March20°C (68°F) April17°C (63°F) May15°C (59°F) June12°C (54°F) This monthJuly12°C (54°F) August12°C (54°F) September14°C (57°F) October16°C (61°F) November17°C (63°F) December19°C (66°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Nelson Region in September

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

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 Nelson Region

What is the weather like in September for some of the most popular destinations in Nelson Region, New Zealand?

Temperature range in Nelson Region (September)

Precipitation variation in Nelson Region (September)

Nelson

In September Nelson 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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September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
184 hours
189 hours
240 hours
Monthly rainfall
120 mm (4.7 in)
126 mm (5 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
unpleasant
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Hira

In September Hira 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.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
184 hours
189 hours
240 hours
Monthly rainfall
117 mm (4.6 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
unpleasant
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Nelson Region, in New Zealand.

Popular cities in September

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Nelson Region in September.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Nelson 14°C (57°F) 7°C (45°F) 126 mm (5 in)
Hira 14°C (57°F) 7°C (45°F) 125 mm (4.9 in)

Nelson Region weather in September: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Nelson Region, New Zealand in September?

Expect unpleasant weather across Nelson Region, New Zealand in September. The popular destination of Nelson averages 14°C (57°F) by day and 7°C (45°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Nelson Region, New Zealand in September?

Nelson averages a daytime maximum of 14°C (57°F) in September, with overnight lows close to 7°C (45°F).

Does Nelson Region, New Zealand get a lot of rain in September?

Yes, September tends to be a wetter month in Nelson Region, New Zealand. Average rainfall in Nelson sits around 126 mm (5 in).

Is September a Good Time to Visit Nelson Region, New Zealand?

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Nelson, September may not be the ideal time to visit Nelson Region, New Zealand.

Generally speaking, February and March provide perfect weather in Nelson. The weather in June, July and August, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Nelson Region.

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The Tongariro Crossing in New Zealand

It is called the most beautiful walk in New Zealand, the Tongariro Crossing. The official hiking season starts late October until end of April.

White-water sledge and raft in Rotorua

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