The best times to visit Wellington for ideal weather are

June 11th to September 23rd

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

 

 


Other Wellington Travel Info

Weather in Wellington

Temperature

Average temperatures in Wellington vary somewhat. Considering humidity, temperatures feel cold for about half of the year and otherwise nice with a chance of rain or snow throughout most of the year. The area is less temperate than some — in the 19th 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 Wellington, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally late July where highs are regularly around 68.3°F (20.2°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 53.4°F (11.9°C) at night.

Wellington Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Wellington 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.

Wellington Perceived Temperature (F)

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Wellington Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Wellington 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 44.3 40 35.1
Feb 44.8 39.9 35
Mar 49.5 42.4 36.3
Apr 55.6 47.1 39.7
May 59.3 51.4 44.3
Jun 64.4 56.3 49.1
Jul 67 59.2 52.5
Aug 65.6 58.4 52.3
Sep 62.9 55.3 48.9
Oct 56.8 51.2 45.7
Nov 50 45.6 40.6
Dec 45.2 41 36

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 6.8 4.4 1.7
Feb 7.1 4.4 1.7
Mar 9.7 5.8 2.4
Apr 13.1 8.4 4.3
May 15.2 10.8 6.8
Jun 18 13.5 9.5
Jul 19.4 15.1 11.4
Aug 18.7 14.7 11.3
Sep 17.2 12.9 9.4
Oct 13.8 10.7 7.6
Nov 10 7.6 4.8
Dec 7.3 5 2.2

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Wellington are September, April, and then March. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid April. For example, on the week of April 16th there is 1 day of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid January with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of January 15th.

When can you find snow in Wellington? Weather stations report large amounts of snow likely to be deepest around December, especially close to early to mid December. The best time to ski (if at all) in Wellington is often around around December 10th when fresh powder is deepest. 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 Wellington.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Wellington (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 42% 4.8 5.2
Feb 32% 2.1 3.6
Mar 24% 4.4 2.7
Apr 22% 0 2.4
May 26% 0 3.2
Jun 28% 0 3.2
Jul 28% 0 3.6
Aug 33% 0 4.3
Sep 17% 0 2.3
Oct 33% 0 4.8
Nov 41% 0.4 5
Dec 38% 5.2 4.4

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 42 12.2 13.2
Feb 32 5.3 9.1
Mar 24 11.2 6.9
Apr 22 0 6.1
May 26 0 8.1
Jun 28 0 8.1
Jul 28 0 9.1
Aug 33 0 10.9
Sep 17 0 5.8
Oct 33 0 12.2
Nov 41 1 12.7
Dec 38 13.2 11.2

 

Humidity and Wind

Wellington has some extremely humid months, and high humidity throughout the year. The least humid month is May (76.1% relative humidity), and the most humid month is January (90.1%).

Wind in Wellington is usually moderate. The windiest month is January, followed by December and February. January’s average wind speed of around 9.6 knots (11 MPH or 17.8 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late December where average top sustained speeds reach 17 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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Avg. Relative Humidity

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 9.6 Gentle breeze 15.2 Significant breeze
Feb 9.2 Gentle breeze 14.5 Significant breeze
Mar 8.8 Gentle breeze 13.8 Significant breeze
Apr 8.4 Gentle breeze 13 Significant breeze
May 8.2 Gentle breeze 12.8 Significant breeze
Jun 7.5 Gentle breeze 12.1 Significant breeze
Jul 7.5 Gentle breeze 11.9 Significant breeze
Aug 7.5 Gentle breeze 11.9 Significant breeze
Sep 7.1 Gentle breeze 11.4 Significant breeze
Oct 8.6 Gentle breeze 13.4 Significant breeze
Nov 9.1 Gentle breeze 14.2 Significant breeze
Dec 9.5 Gentle breeze 15.3 Significant breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 90.1%
Feb 87.1%
Mar 79.9%
Apr 76.2%
May 76.1%
Jun 76.6%
Jul 78.7%
Aug 82.1%
Sep 82.8%
Oct 88.4%
Nov 89.5%
Dec 89.3%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Wellington?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings for the United Kingdom; exercise a high degree of caution. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 27, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Wellington, the United Kingdom is September, followed by August and October. 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 Wellington in December. 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 somewhat extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 62.4 in December means 62.4% of the tourists vs. September.

 

 

Overall Wellington Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel moderately cold. Highs range from 62.7°F (17.1°C) and 46.6°F (8.1°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is somewhat common with 7 to 8 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is fairly slow for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for deals.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have comfortably cool weather with high temperatures that are comfortable. These months see moderate precipitation with 8 to 10 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the second busiest season for tourism in Wellington, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly more.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 64.6°F (18.1°C) and 45.5°F (7.5°C), which will feel chilly given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a significant amount: 5 to 12 days per month. Tourism is the busiest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be higher priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Wellington to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 46.6°F (8.1°C) and 42.2°F (5.7°C). On average, it rains or snows a great amount: 9 to 13 times per month. These times of year are the slowest with tourists.

 

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