# Climate Insights for Waikowhai

*Source: [Airpult](https://airpult.com/climate/nz/waikowhai/5831064661): Westland District, West Coast, New Zealand*

The climate in Waikowhai is cool. The average annual temperature is 9°C and approximately 3804mm of precipitation falls per year. Waikowhai receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Waikowhai 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 1°C. Waikowhai experiences heavy snowfall, typically from January through December.

## Key insights

- **Hottest month:** January (peak 18°C)
- **Coldest month:** July (low 1°C)
- **Wettest month:** September (391 mm)

## Monthly climate data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Waikowhai 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.

| Month | Avg low (°C) | Avg high (°C) | Mean (°C) | Precip (mm) | Wind (km/h) | Snow (cm) |
| --- | ---: | ---: | ---: | ---: | ---: | ---: |
| Jan | 10 | 18 | 14 | 311 | 7 | 3 |
| Feb | 10 | 18 | 14 | 294 | 6 | 4 |
| Mar | 9 | 16 | 12 | 277 | 6 | 3 |
| Apr | 6 | 14 | 9 | 301 | 6 | 12 |
| May | 4 | 11 | 7 | 341 | 6 | 23 |
| Jun | 1 | 8 | 4 | 226 | 6 | 29 |
| Jul | 1 | 8 | 4 | 302 | 6 | 55 |
| Aug | 1 | 9 | 5 | 269 | 6 | 40 |
| Sep (current) | 3 | 10 | 6 | 391 | 7 | 55 |
| Oct | 5 | 12 | 8 | 364 | 7 | 38 |
| Nov | 7 | 14 | 10 | 361 | 7 | 19 |
| Dec | 9 | 16 | 12 | 365 | 7 | 6 |

## Temperature

Waikowhai sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 1°C to 18°C. January is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 18°C with a mean of 14°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 1°C and an average of 4°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.

## Precipitation

Waikowhai is a very wet location, receiving approximately 3804mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 317mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 391mm of rainfall. December and October also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 226mm. That's 165mm less than September, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Waikowhai receives heavy snowfall, accumulating around 286cm annually from January through December. The snowiest month is September, with approximately 55cm. Winter travel should account for significant snow cover.

## Wind

Waikowhai is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 6km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 7km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 6km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

## Seasons

Currently it is **winter** (astronomical) / **winter** (meteorological) in Waikowhai.
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 Waikowhai, which began on June 21, 2026. Waikowhai 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 18°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 1°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 (8 days from now).

### Spring

Temperatures range from 3 to 14°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 1116mm across the season with a monthly average of 372mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

### Summer

Temperatures range from 9 to 18°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 971mm across the season with a monthly average of 324mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

### Autumn

Temperatures range from 4 to 16°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 920mm across the season with a monthly average of 307mm. Expect around 37cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

### Winter

Temperatures range from 1 to 9°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 798mm across the season with a monthly average of 266mm. Expect around 124cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.