The best times to visit Birkenhead for ideal weather are

October 1st to May 20th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Birkenhead Travel Info

Weather in Birkenhead

Temperature

Average temperatures in Birkenhead vary somewhat. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice most of the year, excluding some cold weeks in the winter, with a fair chance of precipitation about half of the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 53rd percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Birkenhead, the hottest months are February, January, and then March. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late January and early February where highs are regularly around 76.4°F (24.7°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 61.6°F (16.4°C) at night.

Birkenhead Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Birkenhead Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Birkenhead Perceived Temperature (F)

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Birkenhead Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Birkenhead Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 75 67.4 60.2
Feb 76 68.1 60.8
Mar 73.6 65.5 58
Apr 69.2 61.7 54.4
May 63.6 56.6 49.3
Jun 59.8 53.8 47.1
Jul 58.3 51.7 44.7
Aug 59.6 53.3 46.8
Sep 62 55.3 48.4
Oct 64.1 57.7 50.9
Nov 67.4 60.6 54.2
Dec 72.1 65.1 58.8

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 23.9 19.7 15.7
Feb 24.4 20.1 16
Mar 23.1 18.6 14.4
Apr 20.7 16.5 12.4
May 17.6 13.7 9.6
Jun 15.4 12.1 8.4
Jul 14.6 10.9 7.1
Aug 15.3 11.8 8.2
Sep 16.7 12.9 9.1
Oct 17.8 14.3 10.5
Nov 19.7 15.9 12.3
Dec 22.3 18.4 14.9

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Birkenhead are January, November, and then February. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around late November to early December. For example, on the week of November 26th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early July with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of July 2nd.

When can you find snow in Birkenhead? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Birkenhead.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Birkenhead (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 13% 0 1.6
Feb 14% 0 1.8
Mar 15% 0 2.7
Apr 21% 0 3
May 29% 0 4.7
Jun 33% 0 4.6
Jul 33% 0 5
Aug 35% 0 4.4
Sep 27% 0 4.1
Oct 25% 0 2.7
Nov 14% 0 1.7
Dec 20% 0 3.5

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 13 0 4.1
Feb 14 0 4.6
Mar 15 0 6.9
Apr 21 0 7.6
May 29 0 11.9
Jun 33 0 11.7
Jul 33 0 12.7
Aug 35 0 11.2
Sep 27 0 10.4
Oct 25 0 6.9
Nov 14 0 4.3
Dec 20 0 8.9

 

Humidity and Wind

Birkenhead has some very humid months, and above average humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is January (67.7% relative humidity), and the most humid month is July (80.6%).

Wind in Birkenhead is usually moderate. The windiest month is October, followed by November and December. October’s average wind speed of around 11.3 knots (13 MPH or 20.9 KPH) is considered “a moderate breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in mid October where average top sustained speeds reach 17.9 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Birkenhead.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 9.5 Gentle breeze 14.7 Significant breeze
Feb 8.3 Gentle breeze 13.4 Significant breeze
Mar 8.4 Gentle breeze 13.6 Significant breeze
Apr 7.9 Gentle breeze 12.9 Significant breeze
May 7.3 Gentle breeze 12.4 Significant breeze
Jun 8.5 Gentle breeze 13.7 Significant breeze
Jul 8.3 Gentle breeze 13.6 Significant breeze
Aug 8.7 Gentle breeze 14.4 Significant breeze
Sep 9.9 Gentle breeze 15.7 Significant breeze
Oct 11.3 Significant breeze 17 Strong breeze
Nov 10.3 Gentle breeze 15.3 Significant breeze
Dec 9.9 Gentle breeze 14.7 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 67.7%
Feb 68.8%
Mar 70.4%
Apr 75%
May 79.8%
Jun 80.1%
Jul 80.6%
Aug 78.7%
Sep 75.3%
Oct 71.8%
Nov 71%
Dec 71.3%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Birkenhead?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are no travel advisories or warnings for New Zealand; exercise normal security precautions. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Oct 26, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Birkenhead, New Zealand is January, followed by June and February. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Birkenhead in April. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is very reliable. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 65.3 in April means 65.3% of the tourists vs. January.

 

 

Overall Birkenhead Travel Experience by Season

Fall (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderate. Highs range from 75°F (23.9°C) and 60.5°F (15.8°C) with colder temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 5 to 9 days of significant precipitation per month. Fall is the slowest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

Winter (June through August)

The middle-year months have cold weather with high temperatures that are brisk. These months see the most precipitation with 10 to 11 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Birkenhead, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Spring (September through November)

Spring daily highs range from 70.3°F (21.3°C) and 61°F (16.1°C), which will feel comfortable given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 4 to 8 days per month. Tourism is fairly slow during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be lower priced.

Summer (December through February)

Weather is perfect this time of year in Birkenhead to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 76.4°F (24.7°C) and 71°F (21.7°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: 4 to 6 times per month. These times of year are the busiest with tourists.

 

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