West Coast Climat and Average Météo
Climat of West Coast: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
Climat in West Coast 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 | 20° | 13° | 225 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| février | 19° | 12° | 137 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| mars | 18° | 11° | 157 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| avril | 17° | 10° | 300 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
| mai | 15° | 7° | 165 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| juin | 13° | 6° | 291 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
| juillet | 12° | 5° | 224 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
| août | 13° | 5° | 345 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
| septembre | 13° | 7° | 297 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
| octobre | 14° | 8° | 368 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
| novembre | 17° | 10° | 234 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| décembre | 18° | 12° | 298 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
Climat type: Temperate. Source : Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Recent extremes in West Coast
Élevéest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data – not all-time records.
How West Coast compares avec 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 | 4918 mm |
| Canterbury | 167 km | 12°C | about the same | 705 mm |
| Christchurch | 167 km | 12°C | about the same | 705 mm |
| South Island | 177 km | 8°C | 5°C cooler | 1500 mm |
| Tasman | 184 km | 12°C | 1°C cooler | 1423 mm |
Meilleur moment pour visiter West Coast
Go in février. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: juin, juillet and août – expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What this means for West Coast
Today is slightly warmer than average for octobre. The forecast high of 16°C is 1.6°C above the 14°C typical for this month.
A 99% 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 décembre à février.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 8°C.
What à pack, what à skip
- A packable rain shell – 7 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid juin, juillet and août – historically the least comfortable months here.
Résumé
West Coast is a region in Nouvelle-Zélande. West Coast is a region of New Zealand. Sa population est d’environ 32.000.
Actuellement, il fait 15°C (60°F) in West Coast avec bruine légère. La température ressentie est de 14°C. Aujourd’hui, les températures vont de 11°C à 16°C. La probabilité de précipitations est de 99%. Les conditions pour les visites obtiennent 7/10 – bonnes conditions.
La meilleure période pour visiter West Coast is février. Le climat est temperate. juin, juillet and août sont généralement les mois les moins confortables. janvier est le mois le plus chaud, avec des maximales moyennes proches de 20°C, tandis que août est le mois le plus froid, avec des minimales proches de 5°C.
L’aéroport principal le plus proche est Queenstown Airport (ZQN), about 348 km away. Parmi les sites à proximité, citons Aoraki / Mount Cook, South Island, Lake Wakatipu and Te Wahipounamu – South West New Zealand.
En termes simples. Today is slightly warmer than average for octobre. The forecast high of 16°C is 1.6°C above the 14°C typical for this month. The best window à be outside is roughly 9 AM à 12 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in West Coast today at 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
| Type | Region |
|---|---|
| Pays | Nouvelle-Zélande |
| Continent | Océanie |
| Coordonnées | 42°27′0″S 171°12′36″E (-42.45, 171.21) |
| Population | 32.000 |
| Heure locale | 9:59 PM (UTC+13:00) |
| Meilleurs mois | février |
| Climat | Temperate |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is West Coast?
West Coast is a region in Nouvelle-Zélande. Its coordinates are -42.45, 171.21. It lies in Océanie.
What is the weather like in West Coast maintenant?
It is currently 15°C (60°F) avec bruine légère. Humidité is 78% and wind is 16 km/h.
When is the best time à visit West Coast?
février offer the most comfortable conditions in West Coast, which has a temperate climate. juin, juillet and août are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is West Coast in?
West Coast observes Pacific/Auckland (UTC+13:00). The heure locale is 9:59 PM.
How many people live in West Coast?
West Coast has a population of approximately 32.000.
What is the nearest airport à West Coast?
The closest airports are Queenstown Airport (ZQN), 348 km away.
What are the top things à 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. |
|---|---|
| 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 25, 2026 at 9:59 PM heure locale. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
