Christchurch Klima and Average Wetter
Klima of Christchurch: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
Klima in Christchurch month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Mo.at | Durchschnittliches Maximum | Durchschnittliches Minimum | Niederschlag | Bewertung |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Januar | 20° | 13° | 76 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| Februar | 20° | 13° | 56 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| März | 19° | 11° | 54 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 17° | 10° | 69 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| Mai | 14° | 6° | 45 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| Juni | 12° | 6° | 77 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| Juli | 11° | 5° | 45 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| August | 12° | 4° | 34 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 15° | 6° | 53 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| Oktober | 17° | 8° | 71 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 19° | 10° | 46 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| Dezember | 21° | 12° | 60 mm | ★★★★☆ |
Klima type: Temperate. Quelle: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Recent extremes in Christchurch
Hochest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data – not all-time records.
How Christchurch compares mit nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Christchurch.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kaikoura | 152 km | 13°C | +1°C warmer | 1516 mm |
| West Coast | 167 km | 12°C | about the same | 2967 mm |
| South Island | 178 km | 8°C | 5°C cooler | 1512 mm |
| Aoraki / Mount Cook | 201 km | -11°C | 23°C cooler | 4894 mm |
| Tasman | 249 km | 11°C | 1°C cooler | 1403 mm |
Beste Reisezeit Christchurch
Go in Januar, Februar, März, November and Dezember. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: Juni, Juli and August – expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What this means for Christchurch
Today is warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 19°C is 7.2°C above the 12°C typical for this month.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Southern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in Dezember und Februar.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 9°C.
What und pack, what und skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- A packable rain shell – 3 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid Juni, Juli and August – historically the least comfortable months here.
Zusammenfassung
Christchurch is a city in Canterbury. Christchurch is known for the Garden City and Banks Peninsula. Die Einwohnerzahl beträgt etwa 390.000.
Aktuell sind es 18°C (65°F) in Christchurch mit teilweise bewölkt. Die gefühlte Temperatur beträgt 18°C. Heute liegen die Temperaturen zwischen 7°C und 19°C. Die Niederschlagswahrscheinlichkeit beträgt 100%. Die Bedingungen für Besichtigungen erreichen 7.5/10 – gute bedingungen.
Die beste Reisezeit für Christchurch is Januar, Februar, März, November and Dezember. Das Klima ist temperate. Juni, Juli and August sind meist die ungemütlichsten Mo.ate. Dezember ist der wärmste Mo.at mit durchschnittlichen Höchstwerten um 21°C, während August ist der kälteste Mo.at mit Tiefstwerten um 4°C.
Der nächstgelegene große Flughafen ist Queenstown Airport (ZQN), about 352 km away. Zu den Sehenswürdigkeiten in der Nähe gehören South Island, Aoraki / Mount Cook, Lake Wakatipu and Te Wahipounamu – South West New Zealand.
Kurz gesagt. Today is warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 19°C is 7.2°C above the 12°C typical for this month. The best window und be outside is roughly 2 PM und 5 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Christchurch today at 9.9/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Quick facts about Christchurch
| Typ | City |
|---|---|
| Region | Canterbury |
| Land | Neuseeland |
| Kontinent | Ozeanien |
| Koordinaten | 43°31′55.6″S 172°38′10.3″E (-43.5321, 172.6362) |
| Bevölkerung | 390.000 |
| Known for | the Garden City and Banks Peninsula |
| Ortszeit | 2:04 PM (UTC+12:00) |
| Beste Mo.ate | Januar, Februar, März, November and Dezember |
| Klima | Temperate |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Christchurch?
Christchurch is a city in Canterbury. Its coordinates are -43.5321, 172.6362. It lies in Ozeanien.
What is the weather like in Christchurch jetzt?
It is currently 18°C (65°F) mit teilweise bewölkt. Luftfeuchtigkeit is 52% and wind is 1 km/h.
When is the best time und visit Christchurch?
Januar, Februar, März, November and Dezember offer the most comfortable conditions in Christchurch, which has a temperate climate. Juni, Juli and August are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Christchurch in?
Christchurch observes Pacific/Auckland (UTC+12:00). The Ortszeit is 2:04 PM.
How many people live in Christchurch?
Christchurch has a population of approximately 390.000.
What is the nearest airport und Christchurch?
The closest airports are Queenstown Airport (ZQN), 352 km away.
What are the top things und do in Christchurch?
Popular options include South Island, Aoraki / Mount Cook, Lake Wakatipu, Te Wahipounamu – South West New Zealand and Milford Sound.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-supported) – coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Vorhersage and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Luftqualität and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Klima averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing – the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 26, 2026 at 2:04 PM Ortszeit. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
