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Best time to visit Christchurch
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When is the best time to visit Christchurch?
The best time to visit Christchurch is January and February based on the following average weather conditions.
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Max Day Temperature (°C)
- 22Jan
- 22Feb
- 20Mar
- 17Apr
- 14May
- 11Jun
- 11Jul
- 12Aug
- 14Sep
- 17Oct
- 19Nov
- 21Dec
Which is the hottest month in Christchurch?
The hottest time of year in Christchurch is normally January. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 22°C.
Which month has the most rain in Christchurch?
In terms of rainfall, July is usually the wettest month in Christchurch with 72mm on average. There are normally 13 days in July with some rain.
When is it sunniest in Christchurch?
The sunniest time of year in Christchurch is normally February with bright sunshine on average for 49% of daylight hours; that's 7 hours of sunshine per day.
When is the sea warmest in Christchurch?
The sea is usually at its warmest in Christchurch in February when the water temperature reaches 17°C.
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The weather guide for New Zealand (Christchurch) shows long term weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia) & today's weather forecast provided by meteoblue. Find out more about our data sources.
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