November weather forecast
New Zealand

November in New Zealand marks the end of spring and the onset of early summer. Cities on the North Island, including Auckland and Wellington, witness average temperatures rising to about 17°C (62.6°F). Concurrently, regions on the South Island, such as Christchurch and Dunedin, welcome average temperatures of approximately 14°C (57.2°F), reflecting a noticeable warmth compared to the cooler months of the year.

The far north of the North Island revels in a more pronounced sub-tropical climate as temperatures increase further. Areas of the South Island, such as Central Otago and Canterbury's interior, also enjoy a transition from the moderate spring climate to the warmer early summer.

Compared to October, November is characterised by extended daylight hours and further increases in average temperatures, solidifying the arrival of early summer. Daily sunshine now extends to about six hours, giving an inviting atmosphere for a variety of outdoor activities.

Snowfall during November is primarily confined to the highest peaks, with lower altitudes and plains experiencing milder, summer-like weather. Frost occurrences continue to reduce as the country moves deeper into the warm season.

Sea temperatures in November range from 16°C (60.8°F) to 19°C (66.2°F), becoming increasingly suitable for water activities as the chill of the colder months continues to recede. Tropical cyclones remain a rarity, aligning with the generally stable weather conditions of early summer.

December brings the full onset of summer, with longer daylight hours, further increases in temperature, and an energised landscape flourishing under the season's warmth.

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• Auckland - November »
  In Auckland, during November, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 44mm (1.73") of precipitation. In November, in Auckland the rain falls for 13.3 days.
• Wellington - November »
  In Wellington, in November, during 10.7 rainfall days, 36mm (1.42") of precipitation is typically accumulated. On the first day of November in Wellington, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:01 pm.
• Christchurch - November »
  In Christchurch, in November, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 30mm (1.18") of accumulated precipitation. In Christchurch, in November, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 30mm (1.18") of accumulated precipitation.
• Hamilton - November »
  November is the least humid month in Hamilton with an average relative humidity of 79.1%. On the first day of November in Hamilton, New Zealand, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 7:53 pm.
• Tauranga - November »
  The months with the least rainfall in Tauranga are January and November Rain falls for 13.3 days and accumulates 45mm (1.77") of rain. In Tauranga, during November, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 45mm (1.77") of precipitation.
• Napier - November »
  On the first day of November in Napier sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. In Napier during November, the rain falls for 6 days and regularly aggregates up to 52mm (2.05") of precipitation.
• Dunedin - November »
  In Dunedin in November, during 12.4 rainfall days, 40mm (1.57") of precipitation is typically accumulated. On the first day of November in Dunedin sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 8:28 pm.
• Palmerston North - November »
  In Palmerston North during November, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 81mm (3.19") of precipitation. In November, in Palmerston North the rain falls for 10.3 days.
• Nelson - November »
  On the first day of November in Nelson sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:07 pm. In Nelson during November, the rain falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 78mm (3.07") of precipitation.
• Rotorua - November »
  Aspiring towards summer, November embraces a considerable duration of sunshine hours, infusing Rotorua with a positivity that outlasts the fading winter memories. With an average of 8.2h of sunshine, November has the most sunshine of the year in Rotorua, New Zealand.
• New Plymouth - November »
  In New Plymouth, New Zealand, in November, the average water temperature is 15°C (59°F). With an average relative humidity of 80.1%, November is the least humid month in New Plymouth.
• Whangarei - November »
  In Whangarei in November, during 10.5 rainfall days, 26mm (1.02") of precipitation is typically accumulated. January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the highest UV index in Whangarei.