Best time to visit Kaikoura

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When is the best time to visit Kaikoura?

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

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Max Day Temperature (°C)

  • 20°C maximum daytime temperature in January in Kaikoura20
    Jan
  • 20°C maximum daytime temperature in February in Kaikoura20
    Feb
  • 18°C maximum daytime temperature in March in Kaikoura18
    Mar
  • 15°C maximum daytime temperature in April in Kaikoura15
    Apr
  • 11°C maximum daytime temperature in May in Kaikoura11
    May
  • 8°C maximum daytime temperature in June in Kaikoura8
    Jun
  • 7°C maximum daytime temperature in July in Kaikoura7
    Jul
  • 8°C maximum daytime temperature in August in Kaikoura8
    Aug
  • 11°C maximum daytime temperature in September in Kaikoura11
    Sep
  • 14°C maximum daytime temperature in October in Kaikoura14
    Oct
  • 16°C maximum daytime temperature in November in Kaikoura16
    Nov
  • 18°C maximum daytime temperature in December in Kaikoura18
    Dec

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Which is the hottest month in Kaikoura?

The hottest time of year in Kaikoura is normally January. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 20°C.

Which month has the most rain in Kaikoura?

In terms of rainfall, July is usually the wettest month in Kaikoura with 112mm on average. There are normally 11 days in July with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Kaikoura?

The sunniest time of year in Kaikoura 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 Kaikoura?

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

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The weather guide for New Zealand (Kaikoura) 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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