When is the best time to go to Wellington
The chart above shows the best time of year to visit Wellington, United States. These are based on an analysis of weather averages such as temperature, rainfall and number of hours of sunshine. These ratings are based solely on the climate and do not take into account other factors such as accommodation prices and how busy it is likely to be.
Average temperatures in Wellington
Wellington weather by month
Please note our recommendations for when to visit Wellington are based solely on the weather and do not take into accounts accommodation prices, how busy it will be and what events are on.
January
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9°C | 13mm | 7.5hrs | 11hrs |
The climate in Wellington during January can be summarized as cool and dry.
Based on weather alone, this is probably a time of year to avoid going to Wellington for your holidays. The weather is often relatively bad and not conducive to spending time outdoors.
January is in the winter in Wellington and is typically the coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a cold 10°C (50°F), whilst at night -5°C (24°F) is normal.
On average January is the driest month of the year in Wellington with around 13mm 0.5 inches of rain making it a dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 4 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 7.5 hours of sunshine per day.
Wellington weather in January »
February
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11°C | 21mm | 7.8hrs | 11.8hrs |
February in Wellington is generally dry with the temperature being cool.
Although outside the main holiday season, there is still plenty of quite acceptable weather around this time of year. This makes it an okay time to visit Wellington.
February is in the winter in Wellington and is typically the 2nd coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a cool 13°C (55°F), whilst at night -2°C (28°F) is normal.
On average February is the 2nd driest month of the year in Wellington with around 21mm 0.8 inches of rain making it a dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 5 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 7.8 hours of sunshine per day.
Wellington weather in February »
March
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16°C | 32mm | 9hrs | 12.8hrs |
The weather in March in Wellington is characteristically mild and reasonably dry.
Although outside the main holiday season, there is still plenty of quite acceptable weather around this time of year. This makes it an okay time to visit Wellington.
March is in the spring in Wellington and is typically the 3rd coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a cool 18°C (64°F), whilst at night 2°C (36°F) is normal.
On average March is the 3rd driest month of the year in Wellington with around 32mm 1.3 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 5 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 9 hours of sunshine per day.
April
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21°C | 47mm | 10.2hrs | 13.9hrs |
Wellington's weather in April is typically mild and reasonably dry in nature.
It is perhaps the perfect month to visit Wellington, with some particularly good weather at this time of year.
April is in the spring in Wellington and is typically the 4th coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around 24°C (75°F), whilst at night 8°C (47°F) is normal.
On average April is the 4th driest month of the year in Wellington with around 47mm 1.9 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 6 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 10.2 hours of sunshine per day.
May
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25°C | 96mm | 10.7hrs | 14.9hrs |
May is a a little damp month in Wellington and the temperature is generally warm.
It is perhaps a good month to visit Wellington, with some surprisingly good weather at this time of year.
May is in the spring in Wellington and is typically the 5th coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a comfortable 28°C (82°F), whilst at night 13°C (55°F) is normal.
On average May is the 5th driest month of the year in Wellington with around 96mm 3.8 inches of rain making it a a little damp time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 8 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 10.7 hours of sunshine per day.
June
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29°C | 84mm | 12hrs | 11hrs |
June in Wellington is generally a little damp with the temperature being hot.
Based on weather alone, this is probably a time of year to avoid going to Wellington for your holidays. The weather is often relatively bad and not conducive to spending time outdoors.
June is in the summer in Wellington and is typically the 6th coldest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a warm 32°C (90°F), whilst at night 18°C (64°F) is normal.
On average June is the 6th driest month of the year in Wellington with around 84mm 3.3 inches of rain making it a a little damp time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 8 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 12 hours of sunshine per day.
July
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 32°C | 51mm | 12.3hrs | 11.8hrs |
July in Wellington is generally reasonably dry with the temperature being hot.
Although outside the main holiday season, there is still plenty of relatively acceptable weather around this time of year. This makes it an okay time to visit Wellington.
July is in the summer in Wellington and is typically the 6th warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a warm 35°C (95°F), whilst at night 21°C (69°F) is normal.
On average July is the 6th wettest month of the year in Wellington with around 51mm 2 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 6 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 12.3 hours of sunshine per day.
August
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30°C | 62mm | 11.3hrs | 12.8hrs |
The weather in August in Wellington is characteristically hot and reasonably dry.
Based on weather alone, this is probably a time of year to avoid going to Wellington for your holidays. The weather is often not a good and not conducive to spending time outdoors.
August is in the summer in Wellington and is typically the 5th warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a warm 34°C (93°F), whilst at night 20°C (67°F) is normal.
On average August is the 5th wettest month of the year in Wellington with around 62mm 2.4 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 7 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 11.3 hours of sunshine per day.
Wellington weather in August »
September
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27°C | 69mm | 9.5hrs | 13.9hrs |
Wellington's weather in September is typically warm and reasonably dry in nature.
It is perhaps a good month to visit Wellington, with some surprisingly good weather at this time of year.
September is in the fall / autumn in Wellington and is typically the 4th warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a comfortable 30°C (85°F), whilst at night 15°C (60°F) is normal.
On average September is the 4th wettest month of the year in Wellington with around 69mm 2.7 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 7 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 9.5 hours of sunshine per day.
Wellington weather in September »
October
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22°C | 48mm | 9hrs | 14.9hrs |
October is a reasonably dry month in Wellington and the temperature is generally mild.
It is perhaps the perfect month to visit Wellington, with some inordinately good weather at this time of year.
October is in the fall / autumn in Wellington and is typically the 3rd warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a comfortable 24°C (75°F), whilst at night 9°C (48°F) is normal.
On average October is the 3rd wettest month of the year in Wellington with around 48mm 1.9 inches of rain making it a reasonably dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 5 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 9 hours of sunshine per day.
Wellington weather in October »
November
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15°C | 26mm | 7.4hrs | 11hrs |
November in Wellington is generally dry with the temperature being cool.
It is perhaps the perfect month to visit Wellington, with some inordinately good weather at this time of year.
November is in the fall / autumn in Wellington and is typically the 2nd warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a cool 17°C (62°F), whilst at night 2°C (36°F) is normal.
On average November is the 2nd wettest month of the year in Wellington with around 26mm 1 inches of rain making it a dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 4 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 7.4 hours of sunshine per day.
Wellington weather in November »
December
| Temp | Rain | Sunshine | Day length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10°C | 16mm | 7hrs | 11.8hrs |
December in Wellington is generally dry with the temperature being cool.
Although outside the main holiday season, there is still plenty of fairly acceptable weather around this time of year. This makes it an okay time to visit Wellington.
December is in the winter in Wellington and is typically the warmest month of the year. Daytime maximum temperatures average around a cold 11°C (52°F), whilst at night -3°C (27°F) is normal.
On average December is the wettest month of the year in Wellington with around 16mm 0.6 inches of rain making it a dry time to visit. This rainfall is typically spread over 5 days, although this may vary considerably.
On the flip side this corresponds to an average of 7 hours of sunshine per day.
Other monthly averages
Wellington weather stats
| Hottest month: | July | 34.7°C 94.5°F |
|---|---|---|
| Driest month: | January | 13mm 0.5ins |
| Sunniest month: | July | 12.3hrs |
| Coldest month: | January | 9.7°C 49.5°F |
| Wettest month: | May | 96mm 3.8ins |
| Warmest sea: | August | 23.3°C 73.9°F |
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