Kaikoura Podnebie and Average Počasie
Podnebie of Kaikoura: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
Podnebie in Kaikoura month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Mesiac | Avg high | Avg low | Dážďfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| január | 20° | 13° | 188 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| február | 20° | 13° | 113 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| marec | 19° | 11° | 129 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| apríl | 17° | 11° | 176 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| máj | 15° | 8° | 103 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| jún | 13° | 6° | 128 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| júl | 12° | 6° | 171 mm | ★★☆☆☆ |
| august | 12° | 5° | 56 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| september | 15° | 7° | 75 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| október | 17° | 8° | 115 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| november | 18° | 11° | 98 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| december | 20° | 13° | 164 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
Podnebie type: Temperate. Zdroj: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Recent extremes in Kaikoura
Vysokéest and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How Kaikoura compares s nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Kaikoura.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| marlborough | 101 km | 13°C | about the same | 833 mm |
| Nelson City | 130 km | 14°C | +1°C warmer | 1485 mm |
| Nelson | 130 km | 14°C | +1°C warmer | 1485 mm |
| Tasman | 142 km | 11°C | 1°C cooler | 1403 mm |
| Christchurch | 152 km | 12°C | 1°C cooler | 686 mm |
Najlepší čas na návštevu Kaikoura
Go in február, marec and november. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: apríl, jún and júl - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What this means for Kaikoura
Today is warmer than average for august. The forecast high of 20°C is 7.6°C above the 12°C typical for this month.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Nárazy do 57 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 december do február.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 9°C.
What do pack, what do skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- A packable rain shell - 3 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 57 km/h.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid apríl, jún and júl - historically the least comfortable months here.
Zhrnutie
Kaikoura is a city in Canterbury. Kaikoura is known for whale watching where mountains meet sea. Má približne 2.200.
Momentálne je 13°C (56°F) in Kaikoura s zamračené. Pocitová teplota je 11°C. Dnes sa teploty pohybujú od 9°C do 20°C. Pravdepodobnosť zrážok je 100%. Sightseeing conditions score 6.8/10 - priemerné — plánujte podľa počÁzia.
Najlepší čas na návštevu Kaikoura is február, marec and november. Podnebie je temperate. apríl, jún and júl tend do be the least comfortable months. február is the warmest month s average highs near 20°C, while august is the coldest s lows near 5°C.
The closest major airport is Queenstown Airport (ZQN), about 492 km away. Nearby highlights include South Island, Aoraki / Mount Cook and Tongariro National Park.
Jednoducho povedané. Today is warmer than average for august. The forecast high of 20°C is 7.6°C above the 12°C typical for this month. The best window do be outside is roughly 12 PM do 3 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Kaikoura today at 9.3/10. Nárazy do 57 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 Kaikoura
| Typ | City |
|---|---|
| Region | Canterbury |
| Krajina | nový Zéland |
| Kontinent | Oceánia |
| Súradnice | 42°23′60″S 173°40′48″E (-42.4, 173.68) |
| Obyvateľstvo | 2.200 |
| Known for | whale watching where mountains meet sea |
| Miestny čas | 2:59 AM (UTC+12:00) |
| Best months | február, marec and november |
| Podnebie | Temperate |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Kaikoura?
Kaikoura is a city in Canterbury. Its coordinates are -42.4, 173.68. It lies in Oceánia.
What is the weather like in Kaikoura práve teraz?
It is currently 13°C (56°F) s zamračené. Vlhkosť is 63% and wind is 12 km/h.
When is the best time do visit Kaikoura?
február, marec and november offer the most comfortable conditions in Kaikoura, which has a temperate climate. apríl, jún and júl are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Kaikoura in?
Kaikoura observes Pacific/Auckland (UTC+12:00). The local time is 2:59 AM.
How many people live in Kaikoura?
Kaikoura has a population of approximately 2.200.
What is the nearest airport do Kaikoura?
The closest airports are Queenstown Airport (ZQN), 492 km away.
What are the top things do do in Kaikoura?
Popular options include South Island, Aoraki / Mount Cook and Tongariro National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-supported) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Predpoveď and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Kvalita ovzdušia and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Podnebie 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 august 26, 2026 at 2:59 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
