Nelson Weather Forecast
Nelson weather: 52°F, clear sky. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Summary
Nelson is a region in New Zealand. Nelson is a region of New Zealand. It has a population of about 55.000.
Right now it is 52°F (11°C) in Nelson with clear sky. It feels like 49°F. Today runs from 44°F to 57°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 9/10 - excellent - go now.
The best time to visit Nelson is January, February, March, November and December. The climate is temperate. June, July and October tend to be the least comfortable months. February is the warmest month with average highs near 71°F, while August is the coldest with lows near 43°F.
The closest major airport is Auckland Airport (AKL), about 305 mi away. Nearby highlights include Tongariro National Park, Lake Taupo, North Island and Aoraki / Mount Cook.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for October. The forecast high of 57°F is 4.3°F below the 62°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 2 PM to 5 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. hiking is the strongest bet in Nelson today at 9.7/10. 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.
Weather in Nelson right now
Source: Open-Meteo. Updated 7:32 PM, Oct 5 local time.
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Next 24 hours
Hour-by-hour temperature, precipitation chance and wind.
16-day forecast for Nelson
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, Oct 5 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 57° / 44° | 0% | 5 mph | 7 |
| Tue, Oct 6 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 59° / 46° | 0% | 9 mph | 7 |
| Wed, Oct 7 | ☁️ Overcast | 61° / 46° | 0% | 6 mph | 6 |
| Thu, Oct 8 | ☁️ Overcast | 68° / 51° | 8% | 14 mph | 6 |
| Fri, Oct 9 | ☁️ Overcast | 63° / 53° | 0% | 4 mph | 6 |
| Sat, Oct 10 | ⛅ Partly cloudy | 63° / 51° | 8% | 9 mph | 7 |
| Sun, Oct 11 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 61° / 56° | 27% · 0,1 in | 9 mph | 7 |
| Mon, Oct 12 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 61° / 56° | 36% · 0,0 in | 11 mph | 1 |
| Tue, Oct 13 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 62° / 57° | 27% · 0,1 in | 13 mph | 4 |
| Wed, Oct 14 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 62° / 50° | 32% · 0,3 in | 7 mph | 7 |
| Thu, Oct 15 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 59° / 47° | 41% · 0,3 in | 3 mph | 1 |
| Fri, Oct 16 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 62° / 51° | 43% · 0,2 in | 20 mph | 1 |
| Sat, Oct 17 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 57° / 49° | 30% · 0,1 in | 6 mph | 6 |
| Sun, Oct 18 | ☁️ Overcast | 63° / 47° | 14% | 10 mph | 5 |
| Mon, Oct 19 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 65° / 47° | 7% | 10 mph | 4 |
| Tue, Oct 20 | ☁️ Overcast | 59° / 48° | 13% | 6 mph | 5 |
Climate in Nelson month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 70° | 58° | 5,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 71° | 58° | 2,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 68° | 55° | 2,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 64° | 53° | 7,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 59° | 47° | 4,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 57° | 46° | 9,0 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| July | 55° | 44° | 6,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| August | 56° | 43° | 3,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 59° | 46° | 3,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| October | 62° | 49° | 6,6 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| November | 65° | 53° | 4,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 70° | 57° | 4,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Weather map for Nelson
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Air quality and pollen in Nelson
Air quality: Open-Meteo (CAMS). US AQI scale.
Sun, twilight and moon
Golden and blue hour are the standard photographic approximation around sunrise and sunset.
Best time to visit Nelson
Go in January, February, March, November and December. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: June, July and October - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
Weather by city in Nelson
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Nelson?
Nelson is a region in New Zealand. Its coordinates are -41.2706, 173.284. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in Nelson right now?
It is currently 52°F (11°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 87% and wind is 5 mph.
When is the best time to visit Nelson?
January, February, March, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Nelson, which has a temperate climate. June, July and October are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Nelson in?
Nelson observes Pacific/Auckland (UTC+13:00). The local time is 7:32 PM.
How many people live in Nelson?
Nelson has a population of approximately 55.000.
What is the nearest airport to Nelson?
The closest airports are Auckland Airport (AKL), 305 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Nelson?
Popular options include Tongariro National Park, Lake Taupo, North Island, Aoraki / Mount Cook and South Island.
What places are in Nelson?
Nelson covers 1 places in this atlas, including Nelson City.
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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 October 5, 2026 at 7:32 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
