Stewart Island Weather in November

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

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Half-moon Bay

Thinking about venturing to Stewart Island, New Zealand this November 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 Stewart Island in November

Stewart Island, New Zealand is a region in New Zealand. November in Stewart Island generally has mild temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

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

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

Precipitation

November is a rainy month with an average rainfall of around 125 mm (4.9 in) in Half-moon Bay.

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Half-moon Bay as an example - it receives around 183 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 Stewart Island by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Stewart Island — and find the best time to visit. (based on Half-moon Bay)

January17°C (63°F) February17°C (63°F) March16°C (61°F) April15°C (59°F) May13°C (55°F) June11°C (52°F) This monthJuly10°C (50°F) August11°C (52°F) September12°C (54°F) October13°C (55°F) November15°C (59°F) December16°C (61°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Stewart Island in November

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

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 Stewart Island

What is the weather like in November for the most popular destinonation in Stewart Island, New Zealand?

Half-moon Bay

In November Half-moon Bay 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.

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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
134 mm (5.3 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
24 days
21 days
23 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
unpleasant
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Stewart Island, in New Zealand.

Stewart Island weather in November: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Stewart Island, New Zealand in November?

November in Stewart Island, New Zealand brings unpleasant weather. In Half-moon Bay, daytime temperatures are typically around 15°C (59°F) and nighttime lows hover near 8°C (46°F).

What is the average temperature in Stewart Island, New Zealand in November?

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

Does Stewart Island, New Zealand get a lot of rain in November?

Stewart Island, New Zealand sees substantial rainfall in November. Half-moon Bay typically averages about 125 mm (4.9 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is November a Good Time to Visit Stewart Island, New Zealand?

In our view, November is one of the best times to travel to Stewart Island, New Zealand, however the weather can often be unpleasant in Half-moon Bay.

On average, the best time to visit Stewart Island, New Zealand is in January, February, March, April, August, November and December with generally unpleasant weather in Half-moon Bay.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Stewart Island.

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