Wellington Weather Forecast
Wellington weather: 55°F, clear sky. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Risk assessment for Wellington
Derived from the current forecast window - not an official warning.
10 dry days, 0 days above 90°F and humidity at 64%. Hot, dry and windy together is what drives fire spread.
Clear air overhead right now. Aerosol readings cannot separate wildfire smoke from dust, so treat this as a haze signal, not a fire confirmation.
Air quality and pollen in Wellington
Air quality: Open-Meteo (CAMS). US AQI scale.
Health and safety today
| Skin and UV | Use SPF 30+, a hat and sunglasses; seek shade near midday. |
|---|---|
| General | Conditions are comfortable for most people, including children and older adults, with normal clothing. |
Active alerts for Wellington
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Wellington?
Wellington is a city in Wellington Region. Its coordinates are -41.2866, 174.7756. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in Wellington 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?
January, February, March, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Wellington, which has a temperate climate. June, July and August are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Wellington in?
Wellington observes Pacific/Auckland (UTC+13:00). The local time is 7:23 PM.
How many people live in Wellington?
Wellington has a population of approximately 215.000.
What is the nearest airport to Wellington?
The closest airports are Auckland Airport (AKL), 296 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Wellington?
Popular options include Tongariro National Park, Lake Taupo, North Island and Hobbiton Movie Set.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-world) - 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 7:23 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
