The New Zealand climate
Choose the best time to explore New Zealand according to the weather!
New Zealand is located east of Australia in the southern hemisphere. The seasons are reversed compared to Europe. In summer, from December to February, it is quite warm and sunny with relatively high humidity. The winter is mild, but remains significantly cooler on the South Island where the high humidity increases the cold. The country is very maritime and often windy, with strong winds and heavy rain particularly on the west Coast.
New Zealand is an island in the Pacific Ocean. The sea temperature can reach 20°C on the North Island, where the currents are relatively calm. However in August the water temperature is closer to 14°C.
Below is an overview of the average monthly temperatures in the cities from which you can rent a motorhome.
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|
J |
F |
M |
A |
M |
J |
J |
A |
S |
O |
N |
D |
|
Auckland |
23 |
24 |
22 |
20 |
17 |
15 |
14 |
15 |
16 |
18 |
20 |
22 |
|
15 |
16 |
15 |
12 |
10 |
8 |
7 |
8 |
9 |
11 |
12 |
14 |
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|
Christchurch |
22 |
22 |
20 |
18 |
15 |
12 |
11 |
12 |
15 |
17 |
19 |
21 |
|
12 |
12 |
11 |
8 |
5 |
2 |
2 |
3 |
5 |
7 |
9 |
11 |
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|
Queenstown |
23 |
22 |
20 |
18 |
14 |
11 |
11 |
12 |
15 |
17 |
19 |
21 |
|
13 |
15 |
11 |
8 |
4 |
2 |
1 |
3 |
5 |
7 |
9 |
11 |
Vehicles Available
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General Info
Explore this safe country with beautiful scenery and very warm and friendly people who respect the nature around them
The driving distances are reasonable with easy, beautiful routes; one quickly gets used to driving on the left. You will save money on expensive accomodation by camping.
The ski slopes on the South Island guarentee great snow!
Plan to travel in December, January or Febuary: book 6 - 9 months in advance
Motorhome travel will allow you to access rafting spots, moutaineering spots and other extreme sports areas in complete freedom! The passage between the two islands by ferry is easy in a motorhome.
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