Climate Overview
The climate in Hastings is cool. The average annual temperature is 9°C and approximately 1053mm of precipitation falls per year. September is the wettest month, receiving around 171mm of rainfall. Hastings is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, June. The coldest months are January, December, February, when temperatures can drop to -11°C. Snowfall occurs from January to December, with around 99cm accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Hastings has a wide annual temperature range, spanning 39°C from the coldest to warmest months. The warmest month is July, when average highs reach 28°C and the mean temperature sits around 23°C. The coldest month is January, when overnight lows fall to -11°C and the daily average is -8°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between November and December, with a 13°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Hastings is a moderately rainy area, receiving approximately 1053mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 88mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 171mm of rainfall. July and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 17mm. That's 154mm less than September, 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. Snowfall is a regular feature from January to December, with around 99cm accumulating over the season. December typically sees the most snow at around 31cm.
Wind
Hastings is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/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 4km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 1km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.
Seasons
52 days until Autumn
It is currently summer in Hastings, which began on June 21, 2026. Hastings 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 July at around 28°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near -11°C. Autumn is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 52 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 1 to 22°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 281mm for the season, averaging 94mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 16 to 28°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 352mm across the season with a monthly average of 117mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 3km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal — perfect conditions for outdoor activities.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 3 to 23°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 330mm across the season with a monthly average of 110mm. Expect around 20cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -11 to 0°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 90mm over the season and a monthly average of 30mm. Expect around 65cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 4km/h. Heavy layering and insulated outerwear are essential — exposed skin should be minimised outdoors.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Hastings 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.
