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Northland Weather in July

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

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Planning a getaway to Northland, New Zealand this July and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Northland in July

Northland, New Zealand is a region in New Zealand. July in Northland generally has mild temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 16°C (61°F) and nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) in Paihia. Although July is typically the coldest month, there are still areas in Northland, New Zealand where the temperatures are mild, allowing for a comfortable visit any time of the year.

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

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Whangarei with an average of 120 mm (4.7 in) to heavy rainfall in Opononi with 165 mm (6.5 in). Going by our weather data, it is the wettest month of the year in Paihia.

Explore Northland by month

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

January24°C (75°F) February24°C (75°F) March23°C (73°F) April21°C (70°F) May19°C (66°F) June17°C (63°F) This monthJuly16°C (61°F) August16°C (61°F) September17°C (63°F) October18°C (64°F) November20°C (68°F) December22°C (72°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Northland in July

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

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 Northland

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

Temperature range in Northland (July)

Precipitation variation in Northland (July)

Paihia

In July Paihia generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

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July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
111 mm (4.4 in)
130 mm (5.1 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Paihia →

Russell

In July Russell generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
113 mm (4.4 in)
131 mm (5.2 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
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Whangarei

In July Whangarei generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly rainfall
100 mm (3.9 in)
120 mm (4.7 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
21 days
21 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
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Kerikeri

In July Kerikeri generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly rainfall
112 mm (4.4 in)
133 mm (5.2 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
19 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
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Mangawhai

In July Mangawhai generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« June
July
August »
June
July
August
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
106 mm (4.2 in)
122 mm (4.8 in)
111 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Northland, 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.

Popular cities in July

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Northland in July.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Paihia 16°C (61°F) 10°C (50°F) 130 mm (5.1 in)
Russell 16°C (61°F) 10°C (50°F) 131 mm (5.2 in)
Whangarei 16°C (61°F) 9°C (48°F) 120 mm (4.7 in)
Kerikeri 16°C (61°F) 9°C (48°F) 133 mm (5.2 in)
Mangawhai 16°C (61°F) 11°C (52°F) 122 mm (4.8 in)
Cable Bay 16°C (61°F) 10°C (50°F) 133 mm (5.2 in)

Northland weather in July: frequently asked questions

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

Expect unpleasant weather across Northland, New Zealand in July. The popular destination of Paihia averages 16°C (61°F) by day and 10°C (50°F) at night during this month.

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

Average temperatures in Northland, New Zealand during July range from a nighttime low near 10°C (50°F) to a daytime high around 16°C (61°F) in Paihia.

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

Northland, New Zealand sees substantial rainfall in July. Paihia typically averages about 130 mm (5.1 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

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

In our opinion, July may not be the ideal time to visit Northland, New Zealand due to the typically unpleasant weather in Paihia.

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

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