From stunning summers on deserted beaches in the North to chilly winters near the snow-capped peaks of the Southern Alps—the weather in New Zealand is as diverse as the land itself. Each season has its own unique appeal for adventurers, so we’ve set out some guidelines to help you decide what time of year works best for you.
The summer is far and away the most popular time to visit New Zealand. This is the time of year with the most consistent weather and widely considered to be the best time to go camping.
Months: | December–February | |
Average Daytime Temperature: | 20–25°C (68–77°F) | |
Average Nighttime Temperature: | 10–14°C (50–56°F) | |
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Check out our Top 10 Reasons to Tour New Zealand by Motorhome in Summer.
Autumn is a less busy time of year for travel in NZ. In general, you can pack for fair weather, but be prepared for rain. This time of year generally has lower travel rates than the summer months.
Months: | March–May | |
Average Daytime Temperature: | 17–21°C (62–70°F) | |
Average Nighttime Temperature: | 6–11°C (43–52°F) | |
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Winter in New Zealand is unique: the mountainous regions get snow, while the Northland regions can stay fairly mild. This time of year features affordable rental rates and access to additional winter sports.
Months: | June–August | |
Average Daytime Temperature: | 12–16°C (53–61°F) | |
Average Nighttime Temperature: | 1–7°C (34–45°F) | |
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Spring is a less busy time of year for travel in New Zealand. Pack for fair weather, but also bring along a light, waterproof jacket for layering (just in case). This time of year generally has lower travel rates than the summer.
Months: | September–November | |
Average Daytime Temperature: | 16–19°C (61–66°F) | |
Average Nighttime Temperature: | 5–9°C (41–48°F) | |
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The summer is far and away the most popular time to visit New Zealand. This is the time of year with the most consistent weather and widely considered to be the best time to go camping.
Months: | December–February | |
Average Daytime Temperature: | 20–25°C (68–77°F) | |
Average Nighttime Temperature: | 10–14°C (50–56°F) | |
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Check out our Top 10 Reasons to Tour New Zealand by Motorhome in Summer.
Autumn is a less busy time of year for travel in NZ. In general, you can pack for fair weather, but be prepared for rain. This time of year generally has lower travel rates than the summer months.
Months: | March–May | |
Average Daytime Temperature: | 17–21°C (62–70°F) | |
Average Nighttime Temperature: | 6–11°C (43–52°F) | |
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Winter in New Zealand is unique: the mountainous regions get snow, while the Northland regions can stay fairly mild. This time of year features affordable rental rates and access to additional winter sports.
Months: | June–August | |
Average Daytime Temperature: | 12–16°C (53–61°F) | |
Average Nighttime Temperature: | 1–7°C (34–45°F) | |
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Spring is a less busy time of year for travel in New Zealand. Pack for fair weather, but also bring along a light, waterproof jacket for layering (just in case). This time of year generally has lower travel rates than the summer.
Months: | September–November | |
Average Daytime Temperature: | 16–19°C (61–66°F) | |
Average Nighttime Temperature: | 5–9°C (41–48°F) | |
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NZ WEATHER | LOW | HIGH | |
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January | 20˚C | 25˚C | |
February | 20˚C | 25˚C | |
March | 17˚C | 21˚C | |
April | 17˚C | 21˚C | |
May | 17˚C | 21˚C | |
June | 12˚C | 16˚C | |
July | 12˚C | 16˚C | |
August | 12˚C | 16˚C | |
September | 16˚C | 19˚C | |
October | 16˚C | 19˚C | |
November | 16°C | 19˚C | |
December | 20˚C | 25˚C |