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Timaru Weather in November

November in Timaru brings moderate temperatures, with daytime highs of 17°C (63°F) and nights around 9°C (48°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 81 mm (3.2 in), so pack an umbrella.

Rainfall in Timaru in November

You can expect rain on roughly 9 days based on historical data, averaging 81 mm (3.2 in) for the month. When it rains this month, it tends to come down fairly heavily. Showers can be substantial even if they don't last all day.

Temperature in Timaru in November

Temperatures in Timaru in November top out at 17°C (63°F) and drop to 9°C (48°F) overnight. Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. With overnight lows of 9°C (48°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Timaru in November

There are approximately 191 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm, January and February typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

Timaru Temperature in November

Min Temperature

9°C (48°F)

Max Temperature

17°C (63°F)

Chance of Rain

31%

Precipitation

81 mm (3.2 in)

Rainy days

9 days

Humidity

75%

Sunshine

191 hours

Percentage Sunshine

Timaru Weather by Month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Timaru - and find the best time to visit.

January

20°C (68°F)View January → February

20°C (68°F)View February → March

19°C (66°F)View March → April

17°C (63°F)View April → May

14°C (57°F)View May → June

11°C (52°F)View June → July

11°C (52°F)View July → August

12°C (54°F)View August → This monthSeptember

14°C (57°F)View September → October

16°C (61°F)View October → November

17°C (63°F)View November → December

19°C (66°F)View December →

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Daily Historical Temperatures

36-year average (1990-2025)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in Timaru typically stay consistent throughout November, with daily highs averaging around 17°C (63°F). Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from 6°C (43°F) to 9°C (48°F).

Average temperatures in November

Daily Historical Precipitation

36-year average (1990-2025)

Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.

Average precipitation in November

Historical weather records for Timaru in November

Browse day-by-day weather records for Timaru spanning 49 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Timaru historical weather extremes in November

Based on weather observations in Timaru between 1990 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during November.

The hottest November day on record in Timaru reached 30°C (86°F) (November 15, 2008).
On November 21, 1993, Timaru saw its coldest November day with temperatures maxing out at 8°C (46°F).
The coldest night in November in Timaru was on November 3, 2024, with a minimum of -1°C (30°F).

Best Places in New Zealand in November

Find out more about the weather in New Zealand and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of New Zealand in November →

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation

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).

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in November: blue is cold, red is hot.

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in November: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

What to Wear in Timaru in November

For Timaru in November, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.