Which is the hottest month in Milford Sound?

The hottest time of year in Milford Sound is normally January. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 18°C.

Which month has the most rain in Milford Sound?

In terms of rainfall, October is usually the wettest month in Milford Sound with 302mm on average. There are normally 17 days in October with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Milford Sound?

The sunniest time of year in Milford Sound is normally February with bright sunshine on average for 46% of daylight hours; that's 6 hours of sunshine per day.

When is the sea warmest in Milford Sound?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Milford Sound in February when the water temperature reaches 16°C.

Best time to visit Milford Sound

Q: When is the best time to visit Milford Sound?

The best time to visit Milford Sound is January and February based on the following average weather conditions. Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C. Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more.

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When is the best time to visit Milford Sound?

The best time to visit Milford Sound is January and February based on the following average weather conditions.

Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C [remove]
Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more [remove]

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The weather guide for New Zealand (Milford Sound) 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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