Southland Weather Forecast
Southland weather: 53°F, overcast. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Southland weather in November
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Climate in Southland 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 | 63° | 47° | 4,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 64° | 47° | 4,0 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 61° | 45° | 5,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| April | 57° | 43° | 3,9 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 52° | 39° | 3,3 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| June | 48° | 36° | 4,6 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| July | 47° | 34° | 3,3 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| August | 49° | 34° | 2,8 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| September | 52° | 38° | 7,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| October | 54° | 40° | 6,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| November | 59° | 42° | 4,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 62° | 47° | 5,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
Climate type: Temperate. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Best time to visit Southland
Go in January and February. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: June, September and October - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What to pack, what to skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- A packable rain shell - 7 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- Avoid exposed ridgelines, small boats and rooftop viewpoints while gusts stay above 38 mph.
- If your dates are flexible, avoid June, September and October - historically the least comfortable months here.
How Southland compares with nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Southland.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Wakatipu | 73 mi | 50°F | +34°F warmer | 65 in |
| Queenstown | 74 mi | 50°F | +34°F warmer | 65 in |
| Queenstown Airport | 77 mi | 50°F | +34°F warmer | 65 in |
| Te Wahipounamu - South West New Zealand | 94 mi | 53°F | +37°F warmer | 222 in |
| Wanaka | 105 mi | 52°F | +35°F warmer | 60 in |
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Southland?
Southland is a region in New Zealand. Its coordinates are -46, 168. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in Southland right now?
It is currently 53°F (11°C) with overcast. Humidity is 67% and wind is 15 mph.
When is the best time to visit Southland?
January and February offer the most comfortable conditions in Southland, which has a temperate climate. June, September and October are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Southland in?
Southland observes Pacific/Auckland (UTC+12:00). The local time is 8:56 AM.
How many people live in Southland?
Southland has a population of approximately 102.000.
What is the nearest airport to Southland?
The closest airports are Queenstown Airport (ZQN), 77 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Southland?
Popular options include Fiordland National Park, Milford Sound, Lake Wakatipu, Te Wahipounamu - South West New Zealand, South Island and Aoraki / Mount Cook.
What places are in Southland?
Southland covers 2 places in this atlas, including Fiordland National Park and Milford Sound.
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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 8:56 AM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
