Southland Klima and Average Wetter
Klima of Southland: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
Klima in Southland 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 | 17° | 9° | 113 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| Februar | 18° | 8° | 101 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| März | 16° | 7° | 127 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 14° | 6° | 100 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| Mai | 11° | 4° | 83 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| Juni | 9° | 2° | 118 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Juli | 8° | 1° | 85 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
| August | 9° | 1° | 72 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 11° | 3° | 189 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Oktober | 12° | 4° | 175 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
| November | 15° | 6° | 113 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| Dezember | 17° | 8° | 137 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
Klima type: Temperate. Quelle: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Recent extremes in Southland
Hochest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data – not all-time records.
How Southland compares mit nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Southland.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Wakatipu | 118 km | 10°C | +1°C warmer | 1661 mm |
| Queenstown | 119 km | 10°C | +1°C warmer | 1661 mm |
| Queenstown Airport | 123 km | 10°C | +1°C warmer | 1661 mm |
| Te Wahipounamu – South West New Zealand | 151 km | 12°C | +3°C warmer | 5628 mm |
| Wanaka | 169 km | 11°C | +2°C warmer | 1535 mm |
Klima by national park in Southland
1 national parks mapped in this atlas
Klima by attraction in Southland
1 attractions mapped in this atlas
Beste Reisezeit Southland
Go in Januar and Februar. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: Juni, September and Oktober – expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What this means for Southland
Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 12°C is 2.4°C above the 9°C typical for this month.
A 45% chance means rain is likely somewhere nearby at some point – carry a layer, but do not cancel.
Böen und 62 km/h will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.
Southern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in Dezember und Februar.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 8°C.
What und pack, what und skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- A packable rain shell – 7 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints während gusts stay above 62 km/h.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid Juni, September and Oktober – historically the least comfortable months here.
Zusammenfassung
Southland is a region in Neuseeland. Southland is a region of New Zealand. Die Einwohnerzahl beträgt etwa 102.000.
Aktuell sind es 11°C (53°F) in Southland mit bedeckt. Die gefühlte Temperatur beträgt 7°C. Heute liegen die Temperaturen zwischen 6°C und 12°C. Die Niederschlagswahrscheinlichkeit beträgt 45%. Die Bedingungen für Besichtigungen erreichen 7.4/10 – gute bedingungen.
Die beste Reisezeit für Southland is Januar and Februar. Das Klima ist temperate. Juni, September and Oktober sind meist die ungemütlichsten Mo.ate. Februar ist der wärmste Mo.at mit durchschnittlichen Höchstwerten um 18°C, während August ist der kälteste Mo.at mit Tiefstwerten um 1°C.
Der nächstgelegene große Flughafen ist Queenstown Airport (ZQN), about 123 km away. Zu den Sehenswürdigkeiten in der Nähe gehören Fiordland National Park, Milford Sound, Lake Wakatipu and Te Wahipounamu – South West New Zealand.
Kurz gesagt. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 12°C is 2.4°C above the 9°C typical for this month. The best window und be outside is roughly 4 PM und 7 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Southland today at 8.5/10. Böen und 62 km/h will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Quick facts about Southland
| Typ | Region |
|---|---|
| Land | Neuseeland |
| Kontinent | Ozeanien |
| Koordinaten | 46°0′0″S 168°0′0″E (-46, 168) |
| Bevölkerung | 102.000 |
| Ortszeit | 10:12 AM (UTC+12:00) |
| Beste Mo.ate | Januar and Februar |
| Klima | Temperate |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Southland?
Southland is a region in Neuseeland. Its coordinates are -46, 168. It lies in Ozeanien.
What is the weather like in Southland jetzt?
It is currently 11°C (53°F) mit bedeckt. Luftfeuchtigkeit is 67% and wind is 24 km/h.
When is the best time und visit Southland?
Januar and Februar offer the most comfortable conditions in Southland, which has a temperate climate. Juni, September and Oktober are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Southland in?
Southland observes Pacific/Auckland (UTC+12:00). The Ortszeit is 10:12 AM.
How many people live in Southland?
Southland has a population of approximately 102.000.
What is the nearest airport und Southland?
The closest airports are Queenstown Airport (ZQN), 123 km away.
What are the top things und do in Southland?
Popular options include Fiordland National Park, Milford Sound, Lake Wakatipu, Te Wahipounamu – South West New Zealand, South Island and Aoraki / Mount Cook.
What places are in Southland?
Southland covers 2 places in this atlas, including Fiordland National Park and Milford Sound.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (nz-regions) – 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 25, 2026 at 10:12 AM Ortszeit. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
