Climate Overview
The climate in Mount Hutt Methven Airfield is cool. The average annual temperature is 8°C and approximately 1340mm of precipitation falls per year. Mount Hutt Methven Airfield receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Mount Hutt Methven Airfield 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: January, February, December. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to 0°C. Snowfall occurs from February to November, with around 141cm accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Mount Hutt Methven Airfield sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 0°C to 19°C. January is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 19°C with a mean of 14°C. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to 0°C and the daily average is 3°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between May and June, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Mount Hutt Methven Airfield is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1340mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 112mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 151mm of rainfall. November and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 97mm. That's 54mm 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. Snowfall is a regular feature from February to November, with around 141cm accumulating over the season. July typically sees the most snow at around 31cm.
Wind
Mount Hutt Methven Airfield 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 November, averaging 15km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, 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. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 11km/h in winter, 14km/h in spring, 14km/h in summer, 13km/h in autumn.
Seasons
89 days until Winter
It is currently autumn in Mount Hutt Methven Airfield, which began on March 20, 2026. Mount Hutt Methven Airfield is in the Southern Hemisphere, where the seasons are reversed — spring starts in September, summer in December, autumn in March, and winter in June. The warmest period peaks in January at around 19°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 0°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 2 to 15°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 360mm across the season with a monthly average of 120mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 8 to 19°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 319mm across the season with a monthly average of 106mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 3 to 17°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 310mm across the season with a monthly average of 103mm. Expect around 17cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from 0 to 7°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 350mm across the season with a monthly average of 117mm. Expect around 77cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Mount Hutt Methven Airfield 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. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. 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.
