Southland Climat and Average Météo
Climat of Southland: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
Climat in Southland month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Mois | Max moyenne | Min moyenne | Précipitations | Évaluation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| janvier | 18° | 9° | 113 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| février | 19° | 9° | 101 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| mars | 17° | 8° | 127 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| avril | 15° | 7° | 100 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| mai | 12° | 5° | 83 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| juin | 10° | 3° | 117 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
| juillet | 9° | 2° | 87 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| août | 10° | 2° | 122 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
| septembre | 12° | 4° | 147 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
| octobre | 13° | 5° | 175 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| novembre | 16° | 7° | 112 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| décembre | 18° | 9° | 138 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
Climat type: Temperate. Source : Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Recent extremes in Southland
Élevéest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data – not all-time records.
How Southland compares avec 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 | 1625 mm |
| Queenstown | 119 km | 10°C | about the same | 1645 mm |
| Queenstown Airport | 123 km | 10°C | about the same | 1625 mm |
| Te Wahipounamu – South West New Zealand | 151 km | 12°C | +2°C warmer | 5692 mm |
| Wanaka | 169 km | 11°C | +1°C warmer | 1496 mm |
Climat by national park in Southland
1 national parks mapped in this atlas
Climat by attraction in Southland
1 attractions mapped in this atlas
Meilleur moment pour visiter Southland
Go in janvier and février. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: juin, août and septembre – expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What this means for Southland
Today is warmer than average for octobre. The forecast high of 18°C is 4.6°C above the 13°C typical for this month.
Pluie is very unlikely today – plans do not need a backup.
Rafales à 68 km/h will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.
Southern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in décembre à février.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 8°C.
What à pack, what à skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- A packable rain shell – 5 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints tandis que gusts stay above 68 km/h.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid juin, août and septembre – historically the least comfortable months here.
Résumé
Southland is a region in Nouvelle-Zélande. Southland is a region of New Zealand. Sa population est d’environ 102.000.
Actuellement, il fait 18°C (64°F) in Southland avec partiellement nuageux. La température ressentie est de 13°C. Aujourd’hui, les températures vont de 9°C à 18°C. La probabilité de précipitations est de 0%. Les conditions pour les visites obtiennent 8.7/10 – excellent — partez maintenant.
La meilleure période pour visiter Southland is janvier and février. Le climat est temperate. juin, août and septembre sont généralement les mois les moins confortables. février est le mois le plus chaud, avec des maximales moyennes proches de 19°C, tandis que juillet est le mois le plus froid, avec des minimales proches de 2°C.
L’aéroport principal le plus proche est Queenstown Airport (ZQN), about 123 km away. Parmi les sites à proximité, citons Fiordland National Park, Milford Sound, Lake Wakatipu and Te Wahipounamu – South West New Zealand.
En termes simples. Today is warmer than average for octobre. The forecast high of 18°C is 4.6°C above the 13°C typical for this month. The best window à be outside is roughly 10 AM à 1 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. photography is the strongest bet in Southland today at 9.5/10. Rafales à 68 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
| Type | Region |
|---|---|
| Pays | Nouvelle-Zélande |
| Continent | Océanie |
| Coordonnées | 46°0′0″S 168°0′0″E (-46, 168) |
| Population | 102.000 |
| Heure locale | 6:26 PM (UTC+13:00) |
| Meilleurs mois | janvier and février |
| Climat | Temperate |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Southland?
Southland is a region in Nouvelle-Zélande. Its coordinates are -46, 168. It lies in Océanie.
What is the weather like in Southland maintenant?
It is currently 18°C (64°F) avec partiellement nuageux. Humidité is 55% and wind is 37 km/h.
When is the best time à visit Southland?
janvier and février offer the most comfortable conditions in Southland, which has a temperate climate. juin, août and septembre are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Southland in?
Southland observes Pacific/Auckland (UTC+13:00). The heure locale is 6:26 PM.
How many people live in Southland?
Southland has a population of approximately 102.000.
What is the nearest airport à Southland?
The closest airports are Queenstown Airport (ZQN), 123 km away.
What are the top things à 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. |
|---|---|
| Prévisions and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Qualité de l’air and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climat 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 octobre 24, 2026 at 6:26 PM heure locale. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
