Climate Insights for Middleton

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Hottest
January
30°C peak86°F peak
Coldest
July
5°C low42°F low
Wettest
February
55 mm rain2.2 in rain
Best to Visit
January, February, March
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Middleton is temperate. The average annual temperature is 18°C and approximately 425 mm of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 55 mm of rainfall. Middleton 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, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 5°C.The climate in Middleton is temperate. The average annual temperature is 64°F and approximately 16.7 in of precipitation falls per year. February is the wettest month, receiving around 2.2 in of rainfall. Middleton 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, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 42°F.

Temperature

0°5°10°15°20°25°30°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 30°Average: 23°Min: 16°FebMax: 29°Average: 22°Min: 16°MarMax: 28°Average: 21°Min: 15°AprMax: 25°Average: 18°Min: 12°MayMax: 23°Average: 16°Min: 9°JunMax: 21°Average: 13°Min: 6°JulMax: 20°Average: 12°Min: 5°AugMax: 21°Average: 13°Min: 6°SepMax: 23°Average: 16°Min: 9°OctMax: 25°Average: 18°Min: 11°NovMax: 27°Average: 19°Min: 13°DecMax: 29°Average: 21°Min: 15°
Max
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Min
0°F10°F20°F30°F40°F50°F60°F70°F80°F90°FJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanMax: 86°FAverage: 73°FMin: 62°FFebMax: 85°FAverage: 72°FMin: 61°FMarMax: 83°FAverage: 70°FMin: 59°FAprMax: 77°FAverage: 64°FMin: 53°FMayMax: 74°FAverage: 60°FMin: 48°FJunMax: 70°FAverage: 56°FMin: 44°FJulMax: 68°FAverage: 54°FMin: 42°FAugMax: 70°FAverage: 56°FMin: 43°FSepMax: 74°FAverage: 60°FMin: 48°FOctMax: 78°FAverage: 64°FMin: 51°FNovMax: 80°FAverage: 66°FMin: 55°FDecMax: 84°FAverage: 70°FMin: 58°F
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Temperatures in Middleton vary considerably across the year, with a 25°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 5°C and an average of 12°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 14°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.Temperatures in Middleton vary considerably across the year, with a 44°F difference between the coldest and warmest months. The warmest month is January, when average highs reach 86°F and the mean temperature sits around 73°F. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 42°F and an average of 54°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 26°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 6°F shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm25mm50mm75mm100mmJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 43mmFebPrecipitation: 55mmMarPrecipitation: 49mmAprPrecipitation: 45mmMayPrecipitation: 30mmJunPrecipitation: 20mmJulPrecipitation: 16mmAugPrecipitation: 14mmSepPrecipitation: 35mmOctPrecipitation: 39mmNovPrecipitation: 36mmDecPrecipitation: 44mm
Precipitation
0in1in2in3inJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanPrecipitation: 1.7inFebPrecipitation: 2.2inMarPrecipitation: 1.9inAprPrecipitation: 1.8inMayPrecipitation: 1.2inJunPrecipitation: 0.8inJulPrecipitation: 0.6inAugPrecipitation: 0.5inSepPrecipitation: 1.4inOctPrecipitation: 1.6inNovPrecipitation: 1.4inDecPrecipitation: 1.7in
Precipitation

Middleton is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 425 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 35 mm per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 55 mm of rainfall. March and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 14 mm. That's 41 mm less than February, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.Middleton is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 16.7 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 1.4 in per month. The wettest month is February, averaging 2.2 in of rainfall. March and April also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is August, with just 0.6 in. That's 1.6 in less than February, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the first half (January to June) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.

Wind

0km/h5km/h10km/h15km/hJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 13km/hFebWind Speed: 12km/hMarWind Speed: 11km/hAprWind Speed: 11km/hMayWind Speed: 10km/hJunWind Speed: 12km/hJulWind Speed: 12km/hAugWind Speed: 12km/hSepWind Speed: 12km/hOctWind Speed: 13km/hNovWind Speed: 13km/hDecWind Speed: 13km/h
Wind Speed
0mph5mph10mphJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecJanWind Speed: 8mphFebWind Speed: 8mphMarWind Speed: 7mphAprWind Speed: 7mphMayWind Speed: 6mphJunWind Speed: 8mphJulWind Speed: 8mphAugWind Speed: 7mphSepWind Speed: 8mphOctWind Speed: 8mphNovWind Speed: 8mphDecWind Speed: 8mph
Wind Speed

Middleton is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 12km/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 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 10km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Middleton is moderately windy, with an average annual wind speed of 7mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is December, averaging 8mph, noticeable enough to affect lighter outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in May, with average winds dropping to 6mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2mph between the calmest and windiest months.

Best Time to Visit

Jan23°73°F
Feb22°72°F
Mar21°70°F
Apr18°64°F
May16°60°F
Jun13°56°F
Jul12°54°F
Aug13°56°F
Sep16°60°F
Oct18°64°F
Nov19°66°F
Dec21°70°F

The best time to visit Middleton is during January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 19°C with modest rainfall averaging 42 mm per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 5°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.The best time to visit Middleton is during January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 67°F with modest rainfall averaging 1.7 in per month. By contrast, July can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 42°F. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Middleton 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 Middleton 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
16 °C62 °F
30 °C86 °F
13 km/h8 mph
43 mm1.7 in
0 cm0 in
Feb
16 °C61 °F
29 °C85 °F
12 km/h8 mph
55 mm2.2 in
0 cm0 in
Mar
15 °C59 °F
28 °C83 °F
11 km/h7 mph
49 mm1.9 in
0 cm0 in
Apr
12 °C53 °F
25 °C77 °F
11 km/h7 mph
45 mm1.8 in
0 cm0 in
May
9 °C48 °F
23 °C74 °F
10 km/h6 mph
30 mm1.2 in
0 cm0 in
Jun
6 °C44 °F
21 °C70 °F
12 km/h8 mph
20 mm0.8 in
0 cm0 in
Jul
5 °C42 °F
20 °C68 °F
12 km/h8 mph
16 mm0.6 in
0 cm0 in
Aug
6 °C43 °F
21 °C70 °F
12 km/h7 mph
14 mm0.5 in
0 cm0 in
Sep
9 °C48 °F
23 °C74 °F
12 km/h8 mph
35 mm1.4 in
0 cm0 in
OctCurrent
11 °C51 °F
25 °C78 °F
13 km/h8 mph
39 mm1.6 in
0 cm0 in
Nov
13 °C55 °F
27 °C80 °F
13 km/h8 mph
36 mm1.4 in
0 cm0 in
Dec
15 °C58 °F
29 °C84 °F
13 km/h8 mph
44 mm1.7 in
0 cm0 in