Peak score
8.8/10
Best months in Napier, New Zealand
Best Time to Visit Napier, New Zealand
Climate guide for Napier, New Zealand — updated 2026
Travel window January, February, March, November, December Peak: January · 8.8/10 climate score
Months to avoid June, July, August
Napier on the map · best months to visit
Napier, New Zealand
- Best months January, February, March, November, December
- Avoid months June, July, August
- Visit score now 6/10
- Coordinates
- -39.49°, 176.91°
Quick answer
Plan your trip for January, February, March, November, December. Expect average highs near 22°C, lows near 15°C, and about 10 rainy days a month. Skip June, July, August when frequent rain sets in.
Warmest month
24°C
Coldest month
7°C
Wettest month
11d
Travel score by month
Each score weighs temperature comfort, rain, humidity, and outdoor conditions. Higher is better.
8.8 Jan
8.7 Feb
8.2 Mar
7.1 Apr
7.2 May
5.8 Jun
5.3 Jul
5.2 Aug
6.9 Sep
7.3 Oct
8 Nov
8.5 Dec
Excellent (7–10) Mixed (5–6) Tough (0–4)
Month-by-Month Recommendation
Tap any month to open its full weather page. Cards highlight score, temperature, rain, and comfort.
January Best
8.8 /10
Excellent
24°C / 16°C 9 rainy days Comfort Score: 10/10
February Best
8.7 /10
Excellent
24°C / 16°C 8 rainy days Comfort Score: 10/10
March Best
8.2 /10
Great
21°C / 15°C 9 rainy days Comfort Score: 8.8/10
April
7.1 /10
Great
19°C / 12°C 8 rainy days Comfort Score: 7/10
May
7.2 /10
Great
17°C / 10°C 8 rainy days Comfort Score: 7/10
June
5.8 /10
Good
14°C / 9°C 10 rainy days Comfort Score: 5/10
July
5.3 /10
Fair
13°C / 8°C 10 rainy days Comfort Score: 5/10
August
5.2 /10
Fair
14°C / 7°C 11 rainy days Comfort Score: 5/10
September
6.9 /10
Good
16°C / 9°C 11 rainy days Comfort Score: 7/10
October
7.3 /10
Great
18°C / 11°C 10 rainy days Comfort Score: 7/10
November Best
8 /10
Great
21°C / 13°C 11 rainy days Comfort Score: 8.8/10
December Best
8.5 /10
Excellent
23°C / 15°C 11 rainy days Comfort Score: 10/10
Climate normals
Compare the monthly shape of temperature highs/lows and rainfall before locking in your dates.
Monthly Temperatures
High Low
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 24°C / 16°C . Feb: 24°C / 16°C . Mar: 21°C / 15°C . Apr: 19°C / 12°C . May: 17°C / 10°C . Jun: 14°C / 9°C . Jul: 13°C / 8°C . Aug: 14°C / 7°C . Sep: 16°C / 9°C . Oct: 18°C / 11°C . Nov: 21°C / 13°C . Dec: 23°C / 15°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 81 mm. Feb: 91 mm. Mar: 84 mm. Apr: 66 mm. May: 57 mm. Jun: 99 mm. Jul: 80 mm. Aug: 63 mm. Sep: 90 mm. Oct: 69 mm. Nov: 82 mm. Dec: 72 mm.
Season by Season
Season cards explain why scores rise and fall, with a representative month picked for each.
Spring
Avg score 7.4/10Sep, Oct, Nov
Average highs of 18°C (64°F) with 11 rainy days per month. Climate score: 7.4/10.
This month falls at the beginning of Spring.
Weather conditions this month are among the best of the year, making it a popular time for outdoor activities.
Summer
Avg score 8.7/10Dec, Jan, Feb
Average highs of 23°C (73°F) with 9 rainy days per month. Climate score: 8.7/10.
This month falls at the middle of Summer.
Weather conditions this month are among the best of the year, making it a popular time for outdoor activities.
Autumn
Avg score 7.5/10Mar, Apr, May
Average highs of 19°C (66°F) with 8 rainy days per month. Climate score: 7.5/10.
This month falls at the beginning of Autumn.
Weather conditions this month are among the best of the year, making it a popular time for outdoor activities.
Winter
Avg score 5.4/10Jun, Jul, Aug
Average highs of 14°C (57°F) with 10 rainy days per month. Climate score: 5.4/10.
This month falls at the beginning of Winter.
Weather conditions this month are less ideal compared to other times of the year. Indoor activities or shorter outings may be more comfortable.
Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Napier are January, February, March, November, December, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is low.
Consider avoiding June, July, August due to frequent rain.
Packing depends on the season. In peak months (January, February, March, November, December), light layers and sun protection are typical essentials.
Yes! January earns a climate score of 8.8/10 and is one of the best months to visit Napier. Warm conditions, with highs averaging 23.8°C (75°F). Sea temperature averages 20.7°C (69°F).
Yes! February earns a climate score of 8.7/10 and is one of the best months to visit Napier. Warm conditions, with highs averaging 23.6°C (74°F). Sea temperature averages 21°C (70°F).