# Climate Insights for Napier

*Source: [Airpult](https://airpult.com/climate/nz/napier/3818067334): Napier City, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand*

The climate in Napier is temperate. The average annual temperature is 15°C and approximately 907mm of precipitation falls per year. Napier receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Napier 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, December. The coldest months are August, July, June, when temperatures can drop to 9°C.

## Key insights

- **Hottest month:** February (peak 22°C)
- **Coldest month:** August (low 9°C)
- **Wettest month:** June (102 mm)
- **Best time to visit:** January, February, March

## Monthly climate data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Napier 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.

| Month | Avg low (°C) | Avg high (°C) | Mean (°C) | Precip (mm) | Wind (km/h) | Snow (cm) |
| --- | ---: | ---: | ---: | ---: | ---: | ---: |
| Jan | 17 | 22 | 19 | 75 | 15 | 0 |
| Feb | 17 | 22 | 20 | 85 | 15 | 0 |
| Mar | 16 | 21 | 18 | 83 | 15 | 0 |
| Apr | 14 | 19 | 16 | 66 | 14 | 0 |
| May | 12 | 17 | 14 | 61 | 15 | 0 |
| Jun | 10 | 15 | 12 | 102 | 15 | 0 |
| Jul | 9 | 14 | 11 | 82 | 16 | 0 |
| Aug | 9 | 14 | 11 | 64 | 15 | 0 |
| Sep (current) | 10 | 15 | 13 | 88 | 16 | 0 |
| Oct | 12 | 17 | 14 | 63 | 15 | 0 |
| Nov | 14 | 19 | 17 | 70 | 15 | 0 |
| Dec | 16 | 22 | 19 | 67 | 15 | 0 |

## Temperature

Napier sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 9°C to 22°C. February is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 22°C with a mean of 20°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 9°C and an average of 11°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 5°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.

## Precipitation

Napier is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 907mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 76mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 102mm of rainfall. September and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is May, with just 61mm. That's 41mm less than June, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around.

## Wind

Napier is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 15km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is July, averaging 16km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 14km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

## Seasons

Currently it is **winter** (astronomical) / **winter** (meteorological) in Napier.
Spring begins September 23, 2026 (8 days from now).

| Season | Begins |
| --- | --- |
| Spring | September 23 |
| Summer | December 21 |
| Autumn | March 20 |
| Winter | June 21 |

It is currently winter in Napier, which began on June 21, 2026. Napier 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 February at around 22°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in August near 9°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (8 days from now).

### Spring

Temperatures range from 10 to 19°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 221mm for the season, averaging 74mm per month. Winds are moderate at around 15km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

### Summer

Temperatures range from 16 to 22°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 227mm for the season, averaging 76mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 15km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

### Autumn

Temperatures range from 12 to 21°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 210mm for the season, averaging 70mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 15km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool. Enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

### Winter

Temperatures range from 9 to 15°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 249mm for the season, averaging 83mm per month. Winds are moderate at around 15km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

## Best time to visit

Recommended months: January, February, March, April, November, December.

The best time to visit Napier is during January, February, March, April, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 18°C with modest rainfall averaging 74mm per month. By contrast, August can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 9°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.