Climate Insights for Palmerston North

The climate in Palmerston North is temperate. The average annual temperature is 14°C and approximately 1,115 mm of precipitation falls per year. Palmerston North receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Palmerston North 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 7°C.The climate in Palmerston North is temperate. The average annual temperature is 57°F and approximately 43.9 in of precipitation falls per year. Palmerston North receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Palmerston North 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 44°F.

Palmerston North sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 7°C to 23°C. February is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 23°C with a mean of 18°C. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 7°C and an average of 10°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.Palmerston North sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 44°F to 73°F. February is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 73°F with a mean of 65°F. August is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 44°F and an average of 50°F. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 12°F between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between April and May, with a 4°F shift in average temperatures.

Palmerston North is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1,115 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 93 mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 112 mm of rainfall. September and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 75 mm. That's 37 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.Palmerston North is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 43.9 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 3.7 in per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 4.4 in of rainfall. September and December also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 3 in. That's 1.5 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.

Palmerston North is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 14km/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 17km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 13km/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.Palmerston North is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 9mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is September, averaging 11mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in April, with average winds dropping to 8mph, 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 Palmerston North is during January, February, March and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 80 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 Palmerston North is during January, February, March and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 63°F with modest rainfall averaging 3.1 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 Palmerston North 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 Palmerston North 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.