Climate Insights for Hamilton

The climate in Hamilton is temperate. The average annual temperature is 15°C and approximately 1,304 mm of precipitation falls per year. Hamilton receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Hamilton is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed: summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: February, January, March. The coldest months are August, July, June, when temperatures can drop to 7°C.The climate in Hamilton is temperate. The average annual temperature is 59°F and approximately 51.3 in of precipitation falls per year. Hamilton receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Hamilton is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed: summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: February, January, March. The coldest months are August, July, June, when temperatures can drop to 44°F.

Hamilton sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 7°C to 25°C. February is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 25°C with a mean of 20°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 7°C and an average of 11°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.Hamilton sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 44°F to 76°F. February is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 76°F with a mean of 68°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 44°F and an average of 51°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 15°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 5°F shift in average temperatures.

Hamilton is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1,304 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 109 mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 143 mm of rainfall. September and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 84 mm. That's 59 mm less than July, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.Hamilton is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 51.3 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 4.3 in per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 5.6 in of rainfall. September and August also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is March, with just 3.3 in. That's 2.3 in less than July, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.

Hamilton is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 13km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 15km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 11km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 4km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Hamilton is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 8mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 10mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 7mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3mph between the calmest and windiest months.

The best time to visit Hamilton is during January, February, March and April, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 89 mm per month. By contrast, August can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 7°C. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.The best time to visit Hamilton is during January, February, March and April, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 65°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.5 in per month. By contrast, August can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 44°F. Despite being the best months overall, some rain is still likely. Pack a waterproof layer and plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities.

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Hamilton based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Hamilton based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.