July weather forecast
Wellington, New Zealand

A red cable bus on the road in Wellington, New Zealand, with the view of the sea, mountains, and the city in the distance
A red cable bus on the road in Wellington, New Zealand, with the view of the sea, mountains, and the city in the distance

July

Weather in July

July is chiefly characterized by its cold temperatures, with the winter months holding Wellington in its icy grasp. The city prepares for the coldest month, August, by experiencing an average low of 9°C (48.2°F). Enhancing the sense of chill, the daylight hours shrink even further. Despite these conditions, Wellington enjoys a relative calm from the winds with an average speed of 26km/h (16.2mph), marginally less than in the forthcoming August. As July takes hold, the urge to stay indoors increases with the town transitioning deeper into winter.

Temperature

The coldest month in Wellington is July, with an average high-temperature of 11.4°C (52.5°F) and an average low-temperature of 9°C (48.2°F).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 78%, July is the least humid month in Wellington.

Rainfall

In Wellington, in July, it is raining for 13.7 days, with typically 44mm (1.73") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 144.3 rainfall days, and 394mm (15.51") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Wellington, the average seawater temperature in July is 12.7°C (54.9°F).
Note: Caution: 12.7°C (54.9°F) temperatures below 10°C (50°F) during swimming can result in intense cold shock and quickened breathing.

Daylight

In Wellington, the average length of the day in July is 9h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of July, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:25 pm NZST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in July is 7.2h.

UV index

In Wellington, the average daily maximum UV index in July is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 4 during July translates into the following guidance:
Take care. Persons with lighter skin might suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Wellington?
Wellington's coldest month, July, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 11.4°C (52.5°F) to a low of 9°C (48.2°F).
What is the usual temperature for Wellington in July?
In Wellington, 11.4°C (52.5°F) is the average high-temperature and 9°C (48.2°F) is the average low-temperature during July.
What is the least humid month in Wellington?
The least humid month is July, with an average relative humidity of 78%.
What is the average humidity in July in Wellington?
The average relative humidity in July in Wellington, New Zealand, is 78%.
How much does it rain in Wellington in July?
In July, the rain falls for 13.7 days. Throughout July, 44mm (1.73") of precipitation is accumulated.
How cold is the water in July in Wellington?
In Wellington, New Zealand, the average seawater temperature in July is 12.7°C (54.9°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.
How many hours of daylight does Wellington have in July?
In July, the average day length in Wellington is 9h and 31min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in July in Wellington?
In July, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:25 pm NZST.
How long on average sun shines in July in Wellington?
In Wellington, the average sunshine duration in July is 7.2h.
How high is the UV index in July in Wellington?
In Wellington, New Zealand, the average daily maximum UV index in July is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
Average max. wind speed
Average wind speed gusts
Average humidity
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average sea temperature
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in July
Wellington, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in July: 11.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (18.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (11.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in July: 9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (15.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (9°C).

Average pressure in July
Wellington, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in July: 1014mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1017.7mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and November (1012.2mbar).

Average wind speed in July
Wellington, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in July: 26km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (26.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (23.1km/h).

Average humidity in July
Wellington, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in July: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March, April and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (78%).

Average rainfall in July
Wellington, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in July: 44mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (47mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (20mm).

Average rainfall days in July
Wellington, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in July: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8 days).

Average sea temperature in July
Wellington, New Zealand
  • Average sea temperature in July: 12.7°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (17.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (12.3°C).

Average daylight in July /
Average sunshine in July
Wellington, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in July: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in July: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in July
Wellington, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in July: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.5 days).

Average UV index in July
Wellington, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in July: 4

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are May and June (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in July
Wellington, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in July: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in July
Wellington, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in July: 10km

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).

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