Temperature range
Typical highs and lows
High21.3°C
Low2.6°C
The broad yearly range between warm daytime highs and the coolest overnight lows.
New Zealand Christchurch, New Zealand
Christchurch experiences a temperate climate, where average temperatures vary from a low of 10°C / 50°F in July to a high of 21°C / 70°F in January.
Rainfall averages about 51 mm / 2 inches per month, with the wettest conditions in June (59 mm / 2.3 inches) and the driest in February (41 mm / 1.6 inches).
The UV index ranges from 2 in June to 9 in December, so strong sun protection is essential during summer months.
The longest days occur in December with around 15.4 hours of daylight, while June has the shortest days at about 9 hours.
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Climate overview
Climate at a glance
The big-picture stats that matter for planning your visit to Christchurch.
Rain pattern
Wettest point of the year
59 mm
June carries the highest typical rainfall load.
Sun exposure
Typical peak UV band
Moderate (6.0)
A fast read on how strong midday sun typically gets across the year.
Daylight window
Seasonal daylight range
9 hrsto15 hrs
Useful for gauging how much sightseeing time you get in shorter versus longer seasons.
Wind profile
Typical breeze strength
14 km/h
December is typically the breeziest month.
Humidity
Typical moisture range
69 %to83 %
A quick signal for how dry, comfortable, or heavy the air tends to feel.
When should I go?
Our top-rated months for visiting Christchurch, based on long-term weather comfort and conditions
Typical weather by month
Compare all monthsTip: click on a card to see detailed daily weather averages for that month.
How Christchurch compares
See how it ranks against the rest of New Zealand for key metrics.
HOTTEST (AVG)
in New Zealand
#6 / 9
COOLEST (AVG)
in New Zealand
#3 / 9
WETTEST (TOTAL)
in New Zealand
#9 / 9
WINDIEST (AVG)
in New Zealand
#6 / 9
HIGHEST UV
in New Zealand
#8 / 9
MOST HUMID
in New Zealand
#8 / 9
Short term outlook
Visiting soon? Here's the next 7 days of weather for Christchurch, or see an hourly breakdown for the next 14 days.
Travel planning FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the weather questions you ask the most.
How does the weather in Christchurch feel over the year?
On a typical year, you can expect highs around 16°C (61°F) and lows near 8°C (46°F). Conditions usually feel mild in the daytime and cold once the sun goes down. Expect a mix of sun and cloud across the year.
When is the best time to visit Christchurch for dry weather?
The driest month is usually February, with around 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain. Most other months sit somewhere in between, with a mix of dry and showery days.
When is sun exposure strongest in Christchurch?
UV tends to peak in December, when UV levels frequently reach very high levels (around 9), so strong sun protection is essential, especially around midday.
Is Christchurch a windy place?
Across the year, average winds sit around 14 km/h (9 mph), with gusts on windier days up to about 63 km/h (39 mph). Overall it is it is a notably windy place, and strong gusts are fairly common.
How much daylight does Christchurch get?
On average, days offer about 12 hours of daylight. Daylight is fairly typical, with enough time for sightseeing.