Milford Sound Климат and Average Погода
Климат of Milford Sound: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
Климат in Milford Sound month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Месяц | Avg high | Avg low | Дождьfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| январь | 20° | 12° | 426 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| февраль | 19° | 12° | 381 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| март | 18° | 11° | 466 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
| апрель | 16° | 10° | 492 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
| май | 14° | 7° | 348 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
| июнь | 13° | 6° | 409 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
| июль | 12° | 5° | 357 mm | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| август | 11° | 4° | 277 mm | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| сентябрь | 12° | 5° | 719 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
| октябрь | 13° | 7° | 672 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
| ноябрь | 16° | 9° | 544 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
| декабрь | 18° | 11° | 537 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
Климат type: Temperate. Источник: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Recent extremes in Milford Sound
Высокийest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How Milford Sound compares и nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Milford Sound.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Te Wahipounamu - South West New Zealand | 0 km | 12°C | about the same | 5628 mm |
| Queenstown | 74 km | 10°C | 2°C cooler | 1661 mm |
| Lake Wakatipu | 76 km | 10°C | 1°C cooler | 1661 mm |
| Queenstown Airport | 79 km | 10°C | 2°C cooler | 1661 mm |
| Fiordland National Park | 87 km | 10°C | 2°C cooler | 2197 mm |
Лучшее время для посещения Milford Sound
Go in январь, февраль and декабрь. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: июнь, июль and август - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What this means for Milford Sound
Today is about average for август. The forecast high of 11°C is in line и the 11°C typical for this month.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives. Around 46 mm is forecast, which is enough до soak trails and slow traffic.
Видимость is down до 2,3 km - use low beams and leave extra following distance. Порывы до 60 km/h will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Southern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in декабрь до февраль.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 8°C.
What до pack, what до skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- A packable rain shell - 7 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 60 km/h.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid июнь, июль and август - historically the least comfortable months here.
Краткое содержание
Milford Sound is a tourist attraction in Southland. Milford Sound is a landmark known for a fiord и sheer cliffs and waterfalls.
Сейчас температура 11°C (51°F) in Milford Sound и light showers. Ощущается как 9°C. Сегодня температура от 7°C до 11°C. Вероятность осадков — 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 4.4/10 - Погранично.
Лучшее время для посещения Milford Sound is январь, февраль and декабрь. Климат — temperate. июнь, июль and август tend до be the least comfortable months. январь is the warmest month и average highs near 20°C, while август is the coldest и lows near 4°C.
The closest major airport is Queenstown Airport (ZQN), about 79 km away. Nearby highlights include Te Wahipounamu - South West New Zealand, Lake Wakatipu, Fiordland National Park and Aoraki / Mount Cook.
Проще говоря. Today is about average for август. The forecast high of 11°C is in line и the 11°C typical for this month. The best window до be outside is roughly 11 AM до 2 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Milford Sound today at 9.2/10. Видимость is down до 2,3 km - use low beams and leave extra following distance. Порывы до 60 km/h will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. 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 Milford Sound
| Тип | Attraction |
|---|---|
| Region | Southland |
| Страна | Новая Зеландия |
| Континент | Океания |
| Координаты | 44°38′29″S 167°53′50.6″E (-44.6414, 167.8974) |
| Known for | a fiord и sheer cliffs and waterfalls |
| Местное время | 1:39 PM (UTC+12:00) |
| Best months | январь, февраль and декабрь |
| Климат | Temperate |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Milford Sound?
Milford Sound is a tourist attraction in Southland. Its coordinates are -44.6414, 167.8974. It lies in Океания.
What is the weather like in Milford Sound сейчас?
It is currently 11°C (51°F) и light showers. Влажность is 94% and wind is 13 km/h.
When is the best time до visit Milford Sound?
январь, февраль and декабрь offer the most comfortable conditions in Milford Sound, which has a temperate climate. июнь, июль and август are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Milford Sound in?
Milford Sound observes Pacific/Auckland (UTC+12:00). The local time is 1:39 PM.
What is the nearest airport до Milford Sound?
The closest airports are Queenstown Airport (ZQN), 79 km away.
What are the top things до do in Milford Sound?
Popular options include Te Wahipounamu - South West New Zealand, Lake Wakatipu, Fiordland National Park, Aoraki / Mount Cook and South Island.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (attractions) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Прогноз and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Качество воздуха and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Климат 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 август 24, 2026 at 1:39 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
