Otago Klima and Average Vær
Klima of Otago: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
Klima in Otago month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Måned | Avg high | Avg low | Regnfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| januar | 17° | 10° | 117 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| februar | 18° | 10° | 89 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| mars | 17° | 9° | 100 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| april | 16° | 8° | 71 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| mai | 12° | 5° | 49 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| juni | 11° | 4° | 100 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| juli | 10° | 3° | 101 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| august | 11° | 3° | 63 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| september | 13° | 4° | 64 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| oktober | 14° | 6° | 157 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| november | 16° | 8° | 76 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| desember | 17° | 10° | 145 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
Klima type: Temperate. Kilde: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Recent extremes in Otago
Høyest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How Otago compares med nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Otago.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southland | 194 km | 10°C | 1°C cooler | 1422 mm |
| South Island | 214 km | 8°C | 3°C cooler | 1500 mm |
| Fiordland National Park | 223 km | 10°C | about the same | 2159 mm |
| Te Wahipounamu - South West New Zealand | 246 km | 12°C | +2°C warmer | 5692 mm |
| Milford Sound | 246 km | 12°C | +2°C warmer | 5692 mm |
Klima by city in Otago
3 cities mapped in this atlas
Klima by lake in Otago
1 lakes mapped in this atlas
Beste tid å besøke Otago
Go in januar, februar, mars, april and november. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: juni, juli and oktober - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What this means for Otago
Today is slightly warmer than average for oktober. The forecast high of 17°C is 2.3°C above the 14°C typical for this month.
A 45% chance means rain is likely somewhere nearby at some point - carry a layer, but do not cancel.
No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Southern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in desember til februar.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 8°C - an unusually even climate through the year.
What til pack, what til skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- A packable rain shell - 2 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid juni, juli and oktober - historically the least comfortable months here.
Sammendrag
Otago is a region in New Zealand. Otago is a region of New Zealand. Befolkningen er rundt 255.000.
Akkurat nå er det 12°C (54°F) in Otago med overskyet. Det føles som 10°C. I dag varierer temperaturen mellom 8°C til 17°C. Sannsynligheten for nedbør er 45%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.1/10 - gode forhold.
Beste tidspunkt å besøke Otago is januar, februar, mars, april and november. Klimaet er temperate. juni, juli and oktober tend til be the least comfortable months. februar is the warmest month med average highs near 18°C, while august is the coldest med lows near 3°C.
The closest major airport is Queenstown Airport (ZQN), about 167 km away. Nearby highlights include Lake Wakatipu, South Island, Fiordland National Park and Te Wahipounamu - South West New Zealand.
Kort sagt. Today is slightly warmer than average for oktober. The forecast high of 17°C is 2.3°C above the 14°C typical for this month. The best window til be outside is roughly 12 PM til 3 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Otago today at 9.5/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Quick facts about Otago
| Type | Region |
|---|---|
| Land | New Zealand |
| Kontinent | Oseania |
| Koordinater | 45°52′43.7″S 170°30′10.1″E (-45.8788, 170.5028) |
| Befolkning | 255.000 |
| Lokal tid | 1:02 PM (UTC+13:00) |
| Best months | januar, februar, mars, april and november |
| Klima | Temperate |
Vær map for Otago
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Explore Otago
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Otago?
Otago is a region in New Zealand. Its coordinates are -45.8788, 170.5028. It lies in Oseania.
What is the weather like in Otago akkurat nå?
It is currently 12°C (54°F) med overskyet. Luftfuktighet is 76% and wind is 8 km/h.
When is the best time til visit Otago?
januar, februar, mars, april and november offer the most comfortable conditions in Otago, which has a temperate climate. juni, juli and oktober are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Otago in?
Otago observes Pacific/Auckland (UTC+13:00). The local time is 1:02 PM.
How many people live in Otago?
Otago has a population of approximately 255.000.
What is the nearest airport til Otago?
The closest airports are Queenstown Airport (ZQN), 167 km away.
What are the top things til do in Otago?
Popular options include Lake Wakatipu, South Island, Fiordland National Park, Te Wahipounamu - South West New Zealand, Milford Sound and Aoraki / Mount Cook.
What places are in Otago?
Otago covers 4 places in this atlas, including Dunedin, Queenstown, Wanaka and Lake Wakatipu.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (nz-regions) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Værmelding and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Luftkvalitet 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 oktober 1, 2026 at 1:02 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
