West Coast Klima and Average Wetter
Klima of West Coast: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
Klima in West Coast 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° | 225 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| Februar | 19° | 12° | 137 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| März | 18° | 11° | 157 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 17° | 10° | 301 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Mai | 15° | 7° | 165 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| Juni | 13° | 6° | 291 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Juli | 12° | 5° | 224 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
| August | 12° | 4° | 198 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
| September | 13° | 7° | 369 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
| Oktober | 14° | 8° | 368 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
| November | 17° | 10° | 234 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| Dezember | 18° | 12° | 298 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
Klima type: Temperate. Quelle: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Recent extremes in West Coast
Hochest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data – not all-time records.
How West Coast compares mit nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against West Coast.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aoraki / Mount Cook | 154 km | -11°C | 23°C cooler | 4894 mm |
| Canterbury | 167 km | 12°C | about the same | 686 mm |
| Christchurch | 167 km | 12°C | about the same | 686 mm |
| South Island | 177 km | 8°C | 5°C cooler | 1512 mm |
| Tasman | 184 km | 11°C | 1°C cooler | 1403 mm |
Beste Reisezeit West Coast
Go in Februar. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: Juni, Juli and September – expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What this means for West Coast
Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 13°C is in line mit the 12°C typical for this month.
A 82% 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 – 7 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid Juni, Juli and September – historically the least comfortable months here.
Zusammenfassung
West Coast is a region in Neuseeland. West Coast is a region of New Zealand. Die Einwohnerzahl beträgt etwa 32.000.
Aktuell sind es 12°C (54°F) in West Coast mit bedeckt. Die gefühlte Temperatur beträgt 9°C. Heute liegen die Temperaturen zwischen 7°C und 13°C. Die Niederschlagswahrscheinlichkeit beträgt 82%. Die Bedingungen für Besichtigungen erreichen 6.8/10 – ordentlich — wetter beachten.
Die beste Reisezeit für West Coast is Februar. Das Klima ist temperate. Juni, Juli and September sind meist die ungemütlichsten Mo.ate. Januar ist der wärmste Mo.at mit durchschnittlichen Höchstwerten um 20°C, während August ist der kälteste Mo.at mit Tiefstwerten um 4°C.
Der nächstgelegene große Flughafen ist Queenstown Airport (ZQN), about 348 km away. Zu den Sehenswürdigkeiten in der Nähe gehören Aoraki / Mount Cook, South Island, Lake Wakatipu and Te Wahipounamu – South West New Zealand.
Kurz gesagt. Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 13°C is in line mit the 12°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 West Coast today at 8.9/10. 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 West Coast
| Typ | Region |
|---|---|
| Land | Neuseeland |
| Kontinent | Ozeanien |
| Koordinaten | 42°27′0″S 171°12′36″E (-42.45, 171.21) |
| Bevölkerung | 32.000 |
| Ortszeit | 10:55 AM (UTC+12:00) |
| Beste Mo.ate | Februar |
| Klima | Temperate |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is West Coast?
West Coast is a region in Neuseeland. Its coordinates are -42.45, 171.21. It lies in Ozeanien.
What is the weather like in West Coast jetzt?
It is currently 12°C (54°F) mit bedeckt. Luftfeuchtigkeit is 76% and wind is 18 km/h.
When is the best time und visit West Coast?
Februar offer the most comfortable conditions in West Coast, which has a temperate climate. Juni, Juli and September are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is West Coast in?
West Coast observes Pacific/Auckland (UTC+12:00). The Ortszeit is 10:55 AM.
How many people live in West Coast?
West Coast has a population of approximately 32.000.
What is the nearest airport und West Coast?
The closest airports are Queenstown Airport (ZQN), 348 km away.
What are the top things und do in West Coast?
Popular options include Aoraki / Mount Cook, South Island, Lake Wakatipu, Te Wahipounamu – South West New Zealand 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 10:55 AM Ortszeit. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
