Dunedin Weather Forecast
Dunedin weather: 45°F, light drizzle. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
UV index in Dunedin
No protection needed for most skin types. Burn times are approximate, for unprotected skin at peak UV.
Health and safety today
| Skin and UV | No protection needed for most skin types. |
|---|---|
| General | Conditions are comfortable for most people, including children and older adults, with normal clothing. |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Dunedin?
Dunedin is a city in Otago. Its coordinates are -45.8788, 170.5028. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in Dunedin right now?
It is currently 45°F (7°C) with light drizzle. Humidity is 93% and wind is 8 mph.
When is the best time to visit Dunedin?
January, February, March, April and November offer the most comfortable conditions in Dunedin, which has a temperate climate. June, July and October are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Dunedin in?
Dunedin observes Pacific/Auckland (UTC+12:00). The local time is 1:46 AM.
How many people live in Dunedin?
Dunedin has a population of approximately 135.000.
What is the nearest airport to Dunedin?
The closest airports are Queenstown Airport (ZQN), 104 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Dunedin?
Popular options include Lake Wakatipu, South Island, Fiordland National Park, Te Wahipounamu - South West New Zealand, Milford Sound and Aoraki / Mount Cook.
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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 27, 2026 at 1:46 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
