Best Time to Visit Wellington for a City Trip | Weather by Month

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City Trips Potential

95/100

Excellent

Based on optimal climate

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Best Time

January, February, March

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Avoid (Extreme Weather)

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Weather

9°C – 17°C

Avg Temp Range

Precipitation

Generally dry

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Planning a city trip to Wellington?

The best time to visit Wellington for a city trip is January, February, March, when you’ll get the best balance of weather, atmosphere, and activities. If you're planning your visit during this period, it’s worth exploring the best areas to stay and things to do in advance.

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City Trips conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Wellington

Month	Climate Score	Predictability	Avg Temp	Max Temp	Rain (mm)	Rain Days	Humidity	Season
January	95Excellent Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	17°	20°	68	8.2	78%	shoulder
February	94Excellent Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	17°	21°	70	9.2	78%	shoulder
March	91Excellent Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	16°	19°	83	11.6	80%	shoulder
April	84Excellent Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	14°	16°	111	11.2	82%	shoulder
May	72Good Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.	Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	12°	15°	126	14.3	83%	shoulder
June	58Suboptimal Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.	Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.	10°	12°	158	17.8	85%	wet
July	52Suboptimal Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.	Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.	9°	11°	127	16.1	84%	shoulder
August	55Suboptimal Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.	Predictability 78Weather conditions vary somewhat by season.	9°	12°	134	17.1	84%	shoulder
September	65Suboptimal Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.	Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	11°	14°	118	15	81%	shoulder
October	72Good Cool temperatures. High rain conditions.	Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	12°	15°	107	14.8	81%	shoulder
November	83Excellent Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	13°	17°	85	11.7	79%	shoulder
December	89Excellent Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	16°	19°	96	11.7	80%	shoulder