Wellington

Wellington Weather in July

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

Thinking about venturing to Wellington, 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 Wellington in July

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

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 13°C (55°F) and nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) in Wellington. On average, July is the coldest month of the year in Wellington, New Zealand. So be prepared and make sure to pack winter cloths.

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

Precipitation

In July, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Wellington with an average of 92 mm (3.6 in) to high rainfall in Otaki with 142 mm (5.6 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Wellington gets approximately 112 hours of sunlight in July, 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.

Explore Wellington by month

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

Best Places to Visit in Wellington in July

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

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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 Wellington

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

Temperature range in Wellington (July)

Precipitation variation in Wellington (July)

Wellington

In July Wellington generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
106 hours
112 hours
139 hours
Monthly rainfall
102 mm (4 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Lower Hutt

In July Lower Hutt generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
106 hours
112 hours
139 hours
Monthly rainfall
107 mm (4.2 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
19 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Martinborough

In July Martinborough generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
106 hours
112 hours
139 hours
Monthly rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions

Masterton

In July Masterton generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
78 hours
105 hours
121 hours
Monthly rainfall
96 mm (3.8 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Paraparaumu Beach

In July Paraparaumu Beach generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

June
July
August
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
106 hours
112 hours
139 hours
Monthly rainfall
150 mm (5.9 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
138 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Wellington, 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 Wellington in July.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Wellington 13°C (55°F) 9°C (48°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)
Lower Hutt 13°C (55°F) 8°C (46°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)
Martinborough 12°C (54°F) 5°C (41°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
Masterton 12°C (54°F) 4°C (39°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)
Paraparaumu Beach 12°C (54°F) 8°C (46°F) 137 mm (5.4 in)
Greytown 12°C (54°F) 4°C (39°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)

Wellington weather in July: frequently asked questions

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

July in Wellington, New Zealand brings unpleasant weather. In Wellington, daytime temperatures are typically around 13°C (55°F) and nighttime lows hover near 9°C (48°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Wellington peak at roughly 13°C (55°F) in July, dropping to about 9°C (48°F) overnight.

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

July is on the drier side in Wellington, New Zealand. Wellington averages only about 92 mm (3.6 in), with most days staying dry.

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

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

On average, the best time to visit Wellington, New Zealand is in January, February and March with generally pleasant weather in Wellington. On the other hand, the month of June tends to have poor weather conditions.

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