Canterbury 气候 and Average 天气
气候 of Canterbury: average temperatures, rainfall and seasons month by month.
气候 in Canterbury month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| 月份 | Avg high | Avg low | 雨fall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 一月 | 20° | 13° | 76 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| 二月 | 20° | 13° | 56 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| 三月 | 19° | 11° | 54 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| 四月 | 17° | 10° | 69 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| 五月 | 14° | 6° | 45 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| 六月 | 12° | 6° | 77 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| 七月 | 11° | 5° | 45 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| 八月 | 12° | 4° | 34 mm | ★★★☆☆ |
| 九月 | 15° | 6° | 53 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| 十月 | 17° | 8° | 71 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| 十一月 | 19° | 10° | 46 mm | ★★★★☆ |
| 十二月 | 21° | 12° | 60 mm | ★★★★☆ |
气候 type: Temperate. 来源： Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
Recent extremes in Canterbury
高est and lowest readings observed in the last 3 years of reanalysis data - not all-time records.
How Canterbury compares，天气为nearby places
Annual averages, and the difference against Canterbury.
| Place | Distance | Avg temp | vs here | Annual rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Coast | 167 km | 12°C | about the same | 2967 mm |
| South Island | 178 km | 8°C | 5°C cooler | 1512 mm |
| Tasman | 249 km | 11°C | 1°C cooler | 1403 mm |
| 三月lborough | 249 km | 13°C | +1°C warmer | 833 mm |
| Nelson | 257 km | 14°C | +1°C warmer | 1485 mm |
气候 by mountain in Canterbury
1 mountains and peaks mapped in this atlas
气候 by city in Canterbury
2 cities mapped in this atlas
最佳旅游时间 Canterbury
Go in 一月, 二月, 三月, 十一月 and 十二月. These months score highest on comfortable temperatures, low rainfall and useful daylight.
Hardest months: 六月, 七月 and 八月 - expect the least comfortable mix of heat, cold or rain.
What this means for Canterbury
Today is warmer than average for 八月. The forecast high of 19°C is 7.2°C above the 12°C typical for this month.
A 100% chance means rain is expected over most of the area. Plan indoor alternatives.
Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Southern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in 十二月至二月.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 9°C.
What至pack, what至skip
- A warm mid-layer and gloves for early mornings and evenings
- A packable rain shell - 3 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid 六月, 七月 and 八月 - historically the least comfortable months here.
摘要
Canterbury is a region in 新西兰. Canterbury is a region of New Zealand. 人口约为660.000.
目前气温为9°C (49°F) in Canterbury，天气为light drizzle. 体感温度为6°C. 今天气温在7°C至19°C. 降水概率为100%. Sightseeing conditions score 5.9/10 - 一般 — 根据天气安排.
最佳旅游时间是Canterbury is 一月, 二月, 三月, 十一月 and 十二月. 气候为temperate. 六月, 七月 and 八月 tend至be the least comfortable months. 十二月 is the warmest month，天气为average highs near 21°C, while 八月 is the coldest，天气为lows near 4°C.
The closest major airport is Queenstown Airport (ZQN), about 352 km away. Nearby highlights include Aoraki / Mount Cook, South Island, Lake Wakatipu and Te Wahipounamu - South West New Zealand.
简单来说。 Today is warmer than average for 八月. The forecast high of 19°C is 7.2°C above the 12°C typical for this month. The best window至be outside is roughly 3 PM至6 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Canterbury today at 9/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Quick facts about Canterbury
天气 map for Canterbury
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Canterbury?
Canterbury is a region in 新西兰. Its coordinates are -43.5321, 172.6362. It lies in 大洋洲.
What is the weather like in Canterbury现在?
It is currently 9°C (49°F)，天气为light drizzle. 湿度 is 83% and wind is 16 km/h.
When is the best time至visit Canterbury?
一月, 二月, 三月, 十一月 and 十二月 offer the most comfortable conditions in Canterbury, which has a temperate climate. 六月, 七月 and 八月 are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Canterbury in?
Canterbury observes Pacific/Auckland (UTC+12:00). The local time is 9:04 PM.
How many people live in Canterbury?
Canterbury has a population of approximately 660.000.
What is the nearest airport至Canterbury?
The closest airports are Queenstown Airport (ZQN), 352 km away.
What are the top things至do in Canterbury?
Popular options include Aoraki / Mount Cook, South Island, Lake Wakatipu, Te Wahipounamu - South West New Zealand and Milford Sound.
What places are in Canterbury?
Canterbury covers 3 places in this atlas, including Aoraki / Mount Cook, Christchurch and Kaikoura.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (nz-regions) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| 预报 and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| 空气质量 and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| 气候 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 八月 26, 2026 at 9:04 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
