Climate Overview
The climate in New Milton is temperate. The average annual temperature is 11°C and approximately 779mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 110mm of rainfall. New Milton is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: August, July, September. The coldest months are March, February, January, when temperatures can drop to 4°C.
Temperature
New Milton sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 4°C to 21°C. August is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 21°C with a mean of 18°C. March is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 4°C and an average of 6°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 6°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between September and October, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
New Milton is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 779mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 65mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 110mm of rainfall. June and November also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is December, with just 19mm. That's 91mm less than January, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.
Wind
New Milton is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 5km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is January, averaging 6km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 4km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 2km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
52 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in New Milton, which began on June 21, 2026. New Milton is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in August at around 21°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in March near 4°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 52 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 4 to 17°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 201mm for the season, averaging 67mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season — a great time to be outdoors.
Summer
Temperatures range from 13 to 21°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 210mm for the season, averaging 70mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 5 to 19°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 177mm for the season, averaging 59mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool — enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.
Winter
Temperatures range from 4 to 10°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 191mm for the season, averaging 64mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 5km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.
Best Time to Visit
The best time to visit New Milton is during July, August and September, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 17°C with modest rainfall averaging 53mm per month. By contrast, March can be quite cold with temperatures dropping to 4°C. 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 New Milton 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.
