Otago Klimat and Average Väder
Klimat of Otago: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
Klimat in Otago month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Månad | Avg high | Avg low | Regnfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| januari | 17° | 10° | 117 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| februari | 18° | 10° | 89 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| mars | 17° | 9° | 100 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| april | 16° | 8° | 71 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| maj | 12° | 4° | 49 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| juni | 11° | 4° | 100 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| juli | 10° | 3° | 101 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| augusti | 11° | 3° | 36 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| september | 13° | 5° | 87 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| oktober | 14° | 6° | 157 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| november | 16° | 8° | 76 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| december | 17° | 10° | 145 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
Klimat type: Temperate. Källa: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Recent extremes in Otago
Högest 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 | 9°C | 1°C cooler | 1412 mm |
| South Island | 214 km | 8°C | 3°C cooler | 1513 mm |
| Fiordland National Park | 223 km | 10°C | about the same | 2190 mm |
| Te Wahipounamu - South West New Zealand | 246 km | 12°C | +1°C warmer | 5615 mm |
| Milford Sound | 246 km | 12°C | +1°C warmer | 5615 mm |
Klimat by city in Otago
3 cities mapped in this atlas
Klimat by lake in Otago
1 lakes mapped in this atlas
Bästa tiden att besöka Otago
Go in januari, februari, 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 warmer than average for september. The forecast high of 20°C is 6.1°C above the 13°C typical for this month.
A 11% chance means most of the area stays dry; a passing shower is possible but short.
No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Southern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in december och februari.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 8°C - an unusually even climate through the year.
What och pack, what och skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- A packable rain shell - 5 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.
Sammanfattning
Otago is a region in Nya Zeeland. Otago is a region of New Zealand. Befolkningen är cirka 255.000.
Just nu är det 14°C (56°F) in Otago med delvis molnigt. Det känns som 11°C. I dag varierar temperaturen mellan 7°C och 20°C. Risken för nederbörd är 11%. Sightseeing conditions score 9.2/10 - utmärkt — åk nu.
Bästa tiden att besöka Otago is januari, februari, mars, april and november. Klimatet är temperate. juni, juli and oktober tend och be the least comfortable months. februari is the warmest month med average highs near 18°C, while augusti 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.
Enkelt förklarat. Today is warmer than average for september. The forecast high of 20°C is 6.1°C above the 13°C typical for this month. The best window och be outside is roughly 7 AM och 10 AM, 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
| Typ | Region |
|---|---|
| Land | Nya Zeeland |
| Kontinent | Oceanien |
| Koordinater | 45°52′43.7″S 170°30′10.1″E (-45.8788, 170.5028) |
| Befolkning | 255.000 |
| Lokal tid | 7:13 PM (UTC+12:00) |
| Best months | januari, februari, mars, april and november |
| Klimat | Temperate |
Väder map for Otago
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Explore Otago
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Klimat for related places
Frequently asked questions
Where is Otago?
Otago is a region in Nya Zeeland. Its coordinates are -45.8788, 170.5028. It lies in Oceanien.
What is the weather like in Otago just nu?
It is currently 14°C (56°F) med delvis molnigt. Luftfuktighet is 63% and wind is 9 km/h.
When is the best time och visit Otago?
januari, februari, 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+12:00). The local time is 7:13 PM.
How many people live in Otago?
Otago has a population of approximately 255.000.
What is the nearest airport och Otago?
The closest airports are Queenstown Airport (ZQN), 167 km away.
What are the top things och 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. |
|---|---|
| Prognos and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Luftkvalitet and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Klimat 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 september 15, 2026 at 7:13 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
