Gisborne Weather Forecast
Gisborne weather: 59°F, clear sky. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in Gisborne?
No - rain is unlikely in Gisborne today.
Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
Over the next 7 days, about 0,8 in of precipitation is forecast, with the wettest days falling on Sat.
Rainfall over the next 7 days is close to normal for August (0,8 in against a typical 0,5 in).
16-day forecast for Gisborne
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, Aug 24 | ☀️ Clear sky | 60° / 44° | 0% | 14 mph | 4 |
| Tue, Aug 25 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 64° / 45° | 0% | 13 mph | 5 |
| Wed, Aug 26 | ☁️ Overcast | 67° / 47° | 0% | 15 mph | 5 |
| Thu, Aug 27 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 66° / 50° | 20% · 0,0 in | 16 mph | 5 |
| Fri, Aug 28 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 62° / 49° | 34% · 0,1 in | 18 mph | 5 |
| Sat, Aug 29 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 63° / 49° | 40% · 0,1 in | 15 mph | 3 |
| Sun, Aug 30 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 57° / 48° | 27% · 0,6 in | 19 mph | 5 |
| Mon, Aug 31 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 50° / 40° | 20% · 0,1 in | 21 mph | 4 |
| Tue, Sep 1 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 60° / 39° | 4% | 14 mph | 5 |
| Wed, Sep 2 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 60° / 47° | 16% · 0,1 in | 24 mph | 4 |
| Thu, Sep 3 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 50° / 44° | 20% · 0,3 in | 22 mph | 5 |
| Fri, Sep 4 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 51° / 44° | 6% · 0,1 in | 16 mph | 5 |
| Sat, Sep 5 | ☁️ Overcast | 57° / 36° | 14% | 13 mph | 5 |
| Sun, Sep 6 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 61° / 43° | 20% | 11 mph | 4 |
| Mon, Sep 7 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 63° / 45° | 25% · 0,1 in | 9 mph | 5 |
| Tue, Sep 8 | ☁️ Overcast | 69° / 44° | 29% | 12 mph | 5 |
What this means for Gisborne
Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 60°F is 4.1°F above the 56°F typical for this month.
Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Southern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in December to February.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 49°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- Normal seasonal clothing - nothing unusual is needed this week
- If your dates are flexible, avoid June, July and December - historically the least comfortable months here.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Gisborne?
Gisborne is a region in New Zealand. Its coordinates are -38.6623, 178.0176. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in Gisborne right now?
It is currently 59°F (15°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 59% and wind is 4 mph.
When is the best time to visit Gisborne?
February, March, April, October and November offer the most comfortable conditions in Gisborne, which has a temperate climate. June, July and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Gisborne in?
Gisborne observes Pacific/Auckland (UTC+12:00). The local time is 9:30 AM.
How many people live in Gisborne?
Gisborne has a population of approximately 52.000.
What is the nearest airport to Gisborne?
The closest airports are Auckland Airport (AKL), 210 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Gisborne?
Popular options include Lake Taupo, North Island, Hobbiton Movie Set, Tongariro National Park and Piha Beach.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (nz-regions) - 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 25, 2026 at 9:30 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
