Climate and monthly weather forecastRiverhead, New Zealand
Climate and monthly weather forecast
Weather in January
January, the same as December, in Riverhead, New Zealand, is another pleasant summer month, with an average temperature varying between 21.7°C (71.1°F) and 16.8°C (62.2°F). In January, Riverhead experiences a barely noticeable shift in meteorological conditions, with average high-temperatures moving from 20.4°C (68.7°F) in December to a still agreeable 21.7°C (71.1°F). Weather in January »Weather in February
The last month of the summer, February, is also an agreeable month in Riverhead, New Zealand, with temperature in the range of an average high of 22.5°C (72.5°F) and an average low of 17.4°C (63.3°F). The month of February, characterized by an average high of 22.5°C (72.5°F) and a low of 17.4°C (63.3°F), is recognized as the warmest. Weather in February »Weather in March
The first month of the autumn, March, is still a pleasant month in Riverhead, New Zealand, with an average temperature ranging between min 16.4°C (61.5°F) and max 21.1°C (70°F). Transitioning from February to March, Riverhead observes an average high-temperature of a still pleasant 21.1°C (70°F), differing subtly from the previous month. Weather in March »Weather in April
April, like March, in Riverhead, New Zealand, is another comfortable autumn month, with an average temperature varying between 19.1°C (66.4°F) and 15.3°C (59.5°F). The introduction of April notes a subtle temperature variation to an enjoyable 19.1°C (66.4°F) from March's 21.1°C (70°F). Weather in April »Weather in May
May, the last month of the autumn in Riverhead, is also an enjoyable month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 16.8°C (62.2°F) and 13.3°C (55.9°F). Riverhead experiences an average high-temperature of a still comfortable 16.8°C (62.2°F) with the onset of May, subtly varied from April's 19.1°C (66.4°F). Weather in May »Weather in June
The first month of the winter, June, is still a refreshing month in Riverhead, New Zealand, with an average temperature varying between 11.8°C (53.2°F) and 14.8°C (58.6°F). The commencement of June notes an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 14.8°C (58.6°F), exhibiting little difference from the previous month. Weather in June »Weather in July
July, the same as June, in Riverhead, New Zealand, is a moderate winter month, with an average temperature varying between 13.7°C (56.7°F) and 10.3°C (50.5°F). July, recording an average high temperature of 13.7°C (56.7°F) and a low temperature of 10.3°C (50.5°F), is Riverhead's coldest month. Weather in July »Weather in August
August, the last month of the winter in Riverhead, is also a moderate month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 14.3°C (57.7°F) and an average low of 10.5°C (50.9°F). Welcoming August, Riverhead notes an average high-temperature of a still mild 14.3°C (57.7°F), nearly consistent with July's 13.7°C (56.7°F). Weather in August »Weather in September
The first month of the spring, September, is still a mild month in Riverhead, New Zealand, with an average temperature ranging between max 14.8°C (58.6°F) and min 11°C (51.8°F). In the transition from August to September, Riverhead reports an average high-temperature of a still moderate 14.8°C (58.6°F), indicating a close resemblance to the prior month. Weather in September »Weather in October
October is a comfortable spring month in Riverhead, New Zealand, with an average temperature varying between 12°C (53.6°F) and 16.2°C (61.2°F). As Riverhead steps into October, the average high-temperature is measured at an enjoyable 16.2°C (61.2°F), displaying minor differences from September's 14.8°C (58.6°F). Weather in October »Weather in November
The last month of the spring, November, is another comfortable month in Riverhead, New Zealand, with an average temperature fluctuating between 17.9°C (64.2°F) and 13.4°C (56.1°F). Riverhead experiences an average high-temperature of a still refreshing 17.9°C (64.2°F) in November, marking an insignificant shift from 16.2°C (61.2°F) in October. Weather in November »Weather in December
December, the first month of the summer in Riverhead, is an agreeable month, with an average temperature varying between 15.4°C (59.7°F) and 20.4°C (68.7°F). Riverhead's transition from November to December introduces an average high-temperature of an agreeable 20.4°C (68.7°F), marking an insignificant variation from the 17.9°C (64.2°F). Weather in December »Updated: Jan 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions
January, March and November, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the least humid months in Riverhead, New Zealand.
January through March are months with the least rain in Riverhead when the rain falls for 10.7 days and typically aggregates up to 34mm (1.34") of rain.
Throughout the year, there are 183.9 rainfall days, and 624mm (24.57") of precipitation is accumulated.
January and December, with an average of 7.8h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.
January through April and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index.
Riverhead's warmest temperatures are experienced in February, with average high temperatures of 22.5°C (72.5°F) and lows of 17.4°C (63.3°F).
On Sunday, 07. April 2024, at 3:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from NZDT to NZST. The next Daylight Saving Time starts on Sunday, 29. September 2024, at 2:00 am, and the time zone reverts from NZST to NZDT.
The month with the shortest days in Riverhead, New Zealand, is June, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
The month with the lowest UV index in Riverhead, New Zealand, is June, with an average maximum UV index of 3.
July is the coldest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 13.7°C (56.7°F) and as low as 10.3°C (50.5°F).
With an average relative humidity of 80%, August is the most humid month in Riverhead.
August is the month with the most rainfall in Riverhead. Rain falls for 19.3 days and accumulates 73mm (2.87") of precipitation.
August and September, with an average of 6.2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.
The month with the longest days is December, with an average of 14h and 36min of daylight.
Average temperature
Riverhead, New Zealand
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (22.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (13.7°C).
The month with the highest average low temperature is February (17.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (10.3°C).
Average pressure
Riverhead, New Zealand
- Average pressure in January:
1014.9mbar - Average pressure in February:
1016.4mbar - Average pressure in March:
1018.3mbar - Average pressure in April:
1018.1mbar - Average pressure in May:
1016.2mbar - Average pressure in June:
1016.4mbar
- Average pressure in July:
1015.5mbar - Average pressure in August:
1015.1mbar - Average pressure in September:
1014.8mbar - Average pressure in October:
1016.1mbar - Average pressure in November:
1015.4mbar - Average pressure in December:
1015.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1014.8mbar).
Average wind speed
Riverhead, New Zealand
- Average wind speed in January:
16km/h - Average wind speed in February:
14km/h - Average wind speed in March:
15.1km/h - Average wind speed in April:
16km/h - Average wind speed in May:
18km/h - Average wind speed in June:
19km/h
- Average wind speed in July:
19km/h - Average wind speed in August:
18.1km/h - Average wind speed in September:
19.6km/h - Average wind speed in October:
19km/h - Average wind speed in November:
16.9km/h - Average wind speed in December:
15.8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (19.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (14km/h).
Average humidity
Riverhead, New Zealand
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, March and November (77%).
Average rainfall
Riverhead, New Zealand
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (73mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February and March (34mm).
Average rainfall days
Riverhead, New Zealand
- Average rainfall days in January:
10.7 days - Average rainfall days in February:
11.3 days - Average rainfall days in March:
13 days - Average rainfall days in April:
15.1 days - Average rainfall days in May:
17.8 days - Average rainfall days in June:
16.8 days
- Average rainfall days in July:
18.3 days - Average rainfall days in August:
19.3 days - Average rainfall days in September:
16.9 days - Average rainfall days in October:
16.3 days - Average rainfall days in November:
14.2 days - Average rainfall days in December:
14.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.7 days).
Average daylight / Average sunshine
Riverhead, New Zealand
- Average daylight in January:
14h and 18min - Average daylight in February:
13h and 30min - Average daylight in March:
12h and 18min - Average daylight in April:
11h and 12min - Average daylight in May:
10h and 12min - Average daylight in June:
9h and 42min
- Average daylight in July:
9h and 54min - Average daylight in August:
10h and 42min - Average daylight in September:
11h and 54min - Average daylight in October:
13h and 0min - Average daylight in November:
14h and 6min - Average daylight in December:
14h and 36min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in January:
7h and 48min - Average sunshine in February:
7h and 30min - Average sunshine in March:
7h and 24min - Average sunshine in April:
7h and 0min - Average sunshine in May:
6h and 48min - Average sunshine in June:
6h and 18min
- Average sunshine in July:
6h and 30min - Average sunshine in August:
6h and 12min - Average sunshine in September:
6h and 12min - Average sunshine in October:
6h and 36min - Average sunshine in November:
7h and 18min - Average sunshine in December:
7h and 48min
The months with the most sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are August and September (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).
Average sunshine days
Riverhead, New Zealand
- Average sunshine days in January:
17.1 days - Average sunshine days in February:
13.8 days - Average sunshine days in March:
14.2 days - Average sunshine days in April:
12.4 days - Average sunshine days in May:
10.5 days - Average sunshine days in June:
9.5 days
- Average sunshine days in July:
9.8 days - Average sunshine days in August:
8.5 days - Average sunshine days in September:
8.9 days - Average sunshine days in October:
10.1 days - Average sunshine days in November:
12.4 days - Average sunshine days in December:
12.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.5 days).
Average UV index
Riverhead, New Zealand
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April and December (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is June (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover
Riverhead, New Zealand
The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 39).
Average visibility
Riverhead, New Zealand
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
