Sun & Beach Potential
Poor
Based on optimal climate
Seasonality
February, January, March
Avoid (Extreme Weather)
Weather
Avg Temp Range
Precipitation
Seasonal (check heatmap)
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Tip for your trip
The best months for a sun and beach holiday in Milford Sound are from February, January, March. If you're planning to travel during this period, it's a good idea to arrange your stay early — especially in popular beach areas.
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Sun & Beach conditions breakdown
Monthly weather & climate data for Milford Sound
| Month | Climate Score | Predictability | Avg Temp | Rain (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
January | 19Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 45Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 9° | 358 |
February | 20Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 45Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 10° | 279 |
March | 18Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 45Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 8° | 364 |
April | 13Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 45Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 6° | 311 |
May | 7Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 38Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 3° | 357 |
June | 3Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 38Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 1° | 349 |
July | 3Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 38Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 0° | 321 |
August | 5Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 45Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 1° | 372 |
September | 8Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 38Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 2° | 388 |
October | 11Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 30Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 4° | 410 |
November | 13Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 38Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 6° | 358 |
December | 16Poor Cool temperatures. High rain conditions. | Predictability 38Weather conditions can vary significantly. | 8° | 376 |
Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).
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