Wellington Klima and Average Vær
Klima of Wellington: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
Klima in Wellington 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 | 19° | 15° | 64 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| februar | 20° | 15° | 53 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| mars | 18° | 13° | 41 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| april | 17° | 13° | 129 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| mai | 14° | 10° | 81 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| juni | 13° | 10° | 129 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| juli | 12° | 9° | 101 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| august | 12° | 9° | 69 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| september | 14° | 10° | 76 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| oktober | 15° | 11° | 86 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| november | 17° | 12° | 49 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| desember | 18° | 14° | 85 mm | ★★★★☆ |
Klima type: Temperate. Kilde: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Recent extremes in Wellington
Høyest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How Wellington compares med 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 |
Beste tid å besøke Wellington
Go in januar, februar, mars, november and desember. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: juni, juli and august - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What this means for Wellington
Today is about average for oktober. The forecast high of 14°C is in line med the 15°C typical for this month.
Regn is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
Vindkast til 89 km/h will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.
Southern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in desember til februar.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 7°C - an unusually even climate through the year.
What til pack, what til skip
- Normal seasonal clothing - nothing unusual is needed this week
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 89 km/h.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid juni, juli and august - historically the least comfortable months here.
Sammendrag
Wellington is a city in Wellington Region. Wellington is known for Harbour capital and Te Papa museum. Befolkningen er rundt 215.000.
Akkurat nå er det 14°C (57°F) in Wellington med delvis skyet. Det føles som 8°C. I dag varierer temperaturen mellom 12°C til 14°C. Sannsynligheten for nedbør er 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.3/10 - gode forhold.
Beste tidspunkt å besøke Wellington is januar, februar, mars, november and desember. Klimaet er temperate. juni, juli and august tend til be the least comfortable months. februar is the warmest month med average highs near 20°C, while august is the coldest med 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.
Kort sagt. Today is about average for oktober. The forecast high of 14°C is in line med the 15°C typical for this month. The best window til be outside is roughly 2 PM til 5 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. hiking is the strongest bet in Wellington today at 8.5/10. Vindkast til 89 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
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| Region | Wellington Region |
| Land | New Zealand |
| Kontinent | Oseania |
| Koordinater | 41°17′11.8″S 174°46′32.2″E (-41.2866, 174.7756) |
| Befolkning | 215.000 |
| Known for | Harbour capital and Te Papa museum |
| Lokal tid | 1:02 PM (UTC+13:00) |
| Best months | januar, februar, mars, november and desember |
| Klima | Temperate |
Vær map for Wellington
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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 Oseania.
What is the weather like in Wellington akkurat nå?
It is currently 14°C (57°F) med delvis skyet. Luftfuktighet is 73% and wind is 42 km/h.
When is the best time til visit Wellington?
januar, februar, mars, november and desember offer the most comfortable conditions in Wellington, which has a temperate climate. juni, juli and august 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 1:02 PM.
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. |
|---|---|
| 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.
