Christchurch Weather Forecast
Christchurch weather: 59°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
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Active alerts for Christchurch
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Weather in Christchurch right now
Wear sunglasses and use SPF 30+ if you are outside for long.
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 12:17 PM, Aug 22 local time.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Christchurch?
Christchurch is a city in Canterbury. Its coordinates are -43.5321, 172.6362. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in Christchurch right now?
It is currently 59°F (15°C) with overcast. Humidity is 60% and wind is 10 mph.
When is the best time to visit Christchurch?
January, February, March, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Christchurch, which has a temperate climate. June, July and August are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Christchurch in?
Christchurch observes Pacific/Auckland (UTC+12:00). The local time is 12:17 PM.
How many people live in Christchurch?
Christchurch has a population of approximately 390.000.
What is the nearest airport to Christchurch?
The closest airports are Queenstown Airport (ZQN), 218 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Christchurch?
Popular options include South Island, Aoraki / Mount Cook, Lake Wakatipu, Te Wahipounamu - South West New Zealand and Milford Sound.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-supported) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate 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 22, 2026 at 12:17 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
