Wellington Region Weather Forecast
Wellington Region weather: 55°F, clear sky. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Risk assessment for Wellington Region
Derived from the current forecast window - not an official warning.
Peak gusts of 74 mph and 1 thunderstorm day in the next 16 days.
Wettest single day forecast at 0,4 in, 1,2 in across the window. Flash flooding risk rises sharply above 50 mm in a day.
Active alerts for Wellington Region
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16-day forecast for Wellington Region
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Oct 27 | ⛈️ Thunderstorm | 59° / 51° | 100% · 0,4 in | 36 mph | 7 |
| Wed, Oct 28 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 60° / 52° | 27% · 0,0 in | 27 mph | 8 |
| Thu, Oct 29 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 63° / 51° | 31% · 0,0 in | 27 mph | 8 |
| Fri, Oct 30 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 64° / 48° | 55% · 0,1 in | 26 mph | 7 |
| Sat, Oct 31 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 57° / 49° | 38% · 0,0 in | 21 mph | 7 |
| Sun, Nov 1 | ☁️ Overcast | 60° / 53° | 8% | 30 mph | 7 |
| Mon, Nov 2 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 61° / 56° | 41% · 0,0 in | 27 mph | 6 |
| Tue, Nov 3 | ☁️ Overcast | 63° / 55° | 43% | 23 mph | 7 |
| Wed, Nov 4 | ☁️ Overcast | 69° / 55° | 53% | 13 mph | 2 |
| Thu, Nov 5 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 70° / 56° | 33% · 0,1 in | 18 mph | 7 |
| Fri, Nov 6 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 66° / 58° | 27% · 0,4 in | 25 mph | 6 |
| Sat, Nov 7 | ☁️ Overcast | 65° / 55° | 25% | 21 mph | 8 |
| Sun, Nov 8 | 🌥️ Fog | 65° / 52° | 25% | 13 mph | 8 |
| Mon, Nov 9 | 🌥️ Fog | 69° / 50° | 27% | 15 mph | 7 |
| Tue, Nov 10 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 63° / 55° | 38% · 0,0 in | 28 mph | 8 |
| Wed, Nov 11 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 54° / 49° | 29% · 0,2 in | 27 mph | 6 |
What this means for Wellington Region
Today is about average for October. The forecast high of 59°F is in line with the 59°F typical for this month.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives. Around 0,4 in is forecast, which is enough to soak trails and slow traffic.
Gusts to 74 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Southern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in December to February.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 44°F - an unusually even climate through the year.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Wellington Region?
Wellington Region is a region in New Zealand. Its coordinates are -41.2866, 174.7756. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in Wellington Region right now?
It is currently 55°F (13°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 64% and wind is 14 mph.
When is the best time to visit Wellington Region?
January, February, March, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Wellington Region, which has a temperate climate. June, July and August are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Wellington Region in?
Wellington Region observes Pacific/Auckland (UTC+13:00). The local time is 5:34 PM.
How many people live in Wellington Region?
Wellington Region has a population of approximately 545.000.
What is the nearest airport to Wellington Region?
The closest airports are Auckland Airport (AKL), 296 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Wellington Region?
Popular options include Tongariro National Park, Lake Taupo, North Island and Hobbiton Movie Set.
What places are in Wellington Region?
Wellington Region covers 1 places in this atlas, including Wellington.
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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 27, 2026 at 5:34 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
