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15°
Overcast
Feels Like: 13°
Min: 7°
Max: 16°
The next few hours will be mostly cloudy, with today reaching 16°C and dropping to 5°C. The coming days will be mostly clear
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06:34
Sunrise
18:20
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08:55
Moonrise
00:12
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Weather in Ashburton today, September 16, 2026
Rain features in Ashburton on September 16, 2026, so keep waterproofs handy through the day. The damp theme is strongest where shower chances rise.
The temperature range runs from about 7°C up to 16°C. Moisture in the air spans 58%-91%, with the highest values around 21:00. Airflow remains manageable, reaching about 7.2 km/h around 18:00.
Afternoon showers stay in play, peaking near 100% around 22:00. Skies remain cluttered, with cover about 96% by 17:00. Visibility stays generally good near 14.9 km on average, though it can drop toward 10.8 km in thicker cloud or showers. Expect sunrise at 06:34, sunset at 18:20, and 11 hours 46 minutes of sunlight today overall.
Taken together, Ashburton looks wet enough on September 16, 2026 that flexible outdoor plans work best, with temperatures peaking near 16°C.
Frequently asked questions about weather in Ashburton
How warm does it get in Ashburton?
The warmest month in Ashburton is February, with average high temperatures of 22°C. The average temperature during this period is around 17°C.
How cold does it get in Ashburton?
The coldest month in Ashburton is July, with average low temperatures of 4°C. The average temperature during this period is around 7°C.
What is the wettest time of year in Ashburton?
The wettest month in Ashburton is July, with an average of 88mm of precipitation.
What is the driest time of year in Ashburton?
The driest month in Ashburton is September, with an average of 45mm of precipitation.
