Climate Overview
The climate in Hankey is temperate. The average annual temperature is 12°C and approximately 319mm of precipitation falls per year. December is the wettest month, receiving around 33mm of rainfall. Hankey 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, June, July. The coldest months are March, November, December, when temperatures can drop to 7°C.
Temperature
Hankey has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 8°C range. January is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 15°C with a mean of 14°C. March 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 2°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between February and March, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Hankey is a quite dry location, receiving approximately 319mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 27mm per month. The wettest month is March, averaging 33mm of rainfall. April and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 10mm. That's 23mm less than March, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.
Wind
Hankey is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 11km/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 17km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, with average winds dropping to 7km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind speeds vary significantly across the year, with a 10km/h difference between the calmest and windiest months. This level of variation is worth factoring into travel plans.
Seasons
16 days until Spring
It is currently winter in Hankey, which began on June 21, 2026. Hankey 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 15°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in March near 7°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 16 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 9 to 12°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 69mm over the season and a monthly average of 23mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 9 to 15°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 77mm over the season and a monthly average of 26mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 7 to 14°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 98mm over the season and a monthly average of 33mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.
Winter
Temperatures range from 12 to 15°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 75mm over the season and a monthly average of 25mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Hankey 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.
