Wellington Loftslag and Average Veður
Loftslag of Wellington: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
Loftslag in Wellington month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Mánuður | Avg high | Avg low | Rigningfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| janúar | 19° | 15° | 64 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| febrúar | 20° | 15° | 53 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| mars | 18° | 13° | 41 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| apríl | 17° | 13° | 129 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| maí | 14° | 10° | 81 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| júní | 13° | 10° | 129 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| júlí | 12° | 9° | 101 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| ágúst | 12° | 9° | 69 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| september | 14° | 10° | 76 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| október | 15° | 11° | 86 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| nóvember | 17° | 12° | 49 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| desember | 18° | 14° | 85 mm | ★★★★☆ |
Loftslag type: Temperate. Heimild: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Recent extremes in Wellington
Háttest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How Wellington compares með nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Wellington.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| marlborough | 72 km | 13°C | 1°C cooler | 850 mm |
| Nelson City | 125 km | 14°C | about the same | 1500 mm |
| Nelson | 125 km | 14°C | about the same | 1500 mm |
| Kaikoura | 154 km | 13°C | 1°C cooler | 1545 mm |
| Tasman | 165 km | 12°C | 2°C cooler | 1423 mm |
Best time til visit Wellington
Go in janúar, febrúar, mars, nóvember and desember. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: júní, júlí and ágúst - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What this means for Wellington
Today is about average for október. The forecast high of 16°C is in line með the 15°C typical for this month.
A 42% chance means rain is likely somewhere nearby at some point - carry a layer, but do not cancel.
Vindhviður til 98 km/h will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.
Southern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in desember til febrúar.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 7°C - an unusually even climate through the year.
What til pack, what til skip
- A packable rain shell - 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 98 km/h.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid júní, júlí and ágúst - historically the least comfortable months here.
Samantekt
Wellington is a city in Wellington Region. Wellington is known for Harbour capital and Te Papa museum. Íbúafjöldinn er um 215.000.
Núna er hitinn 14°C (57°F) in Wellington með clear. Hitinn finnst vera 10°C. Í dag er hitinn frá 13°C til 16°C. Líkur á úrkomu eru 42%. Sightseeing conditions score 7.7/10 - góðar aðstæður.
Besti tíminn til að heimsækja Wellington is janúar, febrúar, mars, nóvember and desember. Loftslagið er temperate. júní, júlí and ágúst tend til be the least comfortable months. febrúar is the warmest month með average highs near 20°C, while ágúst is the coldest með lows near 9°C.
The closest major airport is Auckland Airport (AKL), about 476 km away. Nearby highlights include Tongariro National Park, Lake Taupo, North Island and Hobbiton Movie Set.
Í einföldu máli. Today is about average for október. The forecast high of 16°C is in line með the 15°C typical for this month. The best window til be outside is roughly 4 PM til 7 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Wellington today at 8.7/10. Vindhviður til 98 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 Wellington
| Tegund | City |
|---|---|
| Region | Wellington Region |
| Land | Nýja-Sjáland |
| Heimsálfa | Eyjaálfa |
| Hnit | 41°17′11.8″S 174°46′32.2″E (-41.2866, 174.7756) |
| Mannfjöldi | 215.000 |
| Known for | Harbour capital and Te Papa museum |
| Staðartími | 4:49 AM (UTC+13:00) |
| Best months | janúar, febrúar, mars, nóvember and desember |
| Loftslag | Temperate |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Wellington?
Wellington is a city in Wellington Region. Its coordinates are -41.2866, 174.7756. It lies in Eyjaálfa.
What is the weather like in Wellington núna?
It is currently 14°C (57°F) með clear. Raki is 85% and wind is 29 km/h.
When is the best time til visit Wellington?
janúar, febrúar, mars, nóvember and desember offer the most comfortable conditions in Wellington, which has a temperate climate. júní, júlí and ágúst are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Wellington in?
Wellington observes Pacific/Auckland (UTC+13:00). The local time is 4:49 AM.
How many people live in Wellington?
Wellington has a population of approximately 215.000.
What is the nearest airport til Wellington?
The closest airports are Auckland Airport (AKL), 476 km away.
What are the top things til do in Wellington?
Popular options include Tongariro National Park, Lake Taupo, North Island and Hobbiton Movie Set.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Spá and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Loftgæði and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Loftslag 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 október 24, 2026 at 4:49 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
