July weather forecast
Dunedin, New Zealand

July

Weather in July

July in Dunedin bears the full brunt of winter. During this month, temperatures dip further down the scale, and the days become noticeably shorter. Across all twelve months, July records the first snowfall at 3mm (0.12"), aligning with the onset of the city's coldest period. Concurrently, this doesn't stop the city's life, on the contrary, there's something remarkably captivating about Dunedin in the midst of winter. The month concludes setting the stage for a slightly warmer August.

Temperature

In Dunedin, New Zealand, the lowest temperatures are generally noted in July, averaging a high of 9.2°C (48.6°F) and a low of 6.3°C (43.3°F).

Humidity

The least humid month in Dunedin, New Zealand, is July, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In Dunedin, New Zealand, in July, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 25mm (0.98") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 150.6 rainfall days, and 357mm (14.06") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through July, September through December are months without snowfall.

Sea temperature

In July, the average sea temperature is 9.3°C (48.7°F).
Note: Engaging in a swim in 9.3°C (48.7°F) can threaten life. Brief exposure to 13°C (55.4°F) waters is uneasy, and submersion below 10°C (50°F) can lead to cold shock and disrupted breathing patterns, varying by individual.

Daylight

In July, the average length of the day is 9h and 3min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of July, in Dunedin, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:30 pm NZST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in July in Dunedin is 5.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Dunedin are April through October, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in July translates into the following instructions:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Dunedin?
The lowest temperatures in Dunedin, New Zealand, are recorded in July, with averages reaching a high of 9.2°C (48.6°F) and a low of 6.3°C (43.3°F).
What are July temperatures in Dunedin?
July temperatures in Dunedin vary between a high-temperature of 9.2°C (48.6°F) and a low-temperature of 6.3°C (43.3°F).
What is the least humid month in Dunedin?
The least humid month in Dunedin, New Zealand, is July, with an average relative humidity of 76%.
What is the average humidity in July in Dunedin?
In Dunedin, the average relative humidity in July is 76%.
How many days does it rain in July in Dunedin?
In Dunedin, New Zealand, in July, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 25mm (0.98") of accumulated precipitation.
When it does not snow in Dunedin?
January through July, September through December are months without snowfall in Dunedin, New Zealand.
Does it snow in Dunedin in July?
In Dunedin, in July, it doesn't snow. In August, it regularly snows.
What is the water temperature in July in Dunedin?
In Dunedin, the average seawater temperature in July is 9.3°C (48.7°F). Swimming in 9.3°C (48.7°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.
How many hours of daylight does Dunedin have in July?
In July, the average day length in Dunedin, New Zealand, is 9h and 3min.
When are sunrise and sunset in July in Dunedin?
In July, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:30 pm NZST.
How long on average sun shines in July in Dunedin?
In Dunedin, New Zealand, the average sunshine duration in July is 5.8h.
When is the lowest UV index in Dunedin?
April through October, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Dunedin.
What is the UV index intensity in July in Dunedin?
The average daily maximum UV index in July is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
Average max. wind speed
Average wind speed gusts
Average humidity
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average sea temperature
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in July - Dunedin, New Zealand
Average temperature in July
Dunedin, New Zealand
  • Average high temperature in July: 9.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is February (15.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (9.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in July: 6.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is February (11.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (6.3°C).

Average pressure in July - Dunedin, New Zealand
Average pressure in July
Dunedin, New Zealand
  • Average pressure in July: 1012.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1016.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009.7mbar).

Average wind speed in July - Dunedin, New Zealand
Average wind speed in July
Dunedin, New Zealand
  • Average wind speed in July: 21.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (21.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (18.4km/h).

Average humidity in July - Dunedin, New Zealand
Average humidity in July
Dunedin, New Zealand
  • Average humidity in July: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (76%).

Average rainfall in July - Dunedin, New Zealand
Average rainfall in July
Dunedin, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall in July: 25mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (43mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (16mm).

Average rainfall days in July - Dunedin, New Zealand
Average rainfall days in July
Dunedin, New Zealand
  • Average rainfall days in July: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (11.1 days).

Average snowfall in July - Dunedin, New Zealand
Average snowfall in July
Dunedin, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall in July: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is August (3mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in July - Dunedin, New Zealand
Average snowfall days in July
Dunedin, New Zealand
  • Average snowfall days in July: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is August (0.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, October and December (0 days).

Average sea temperature in July - Dunedin, New Zealand
Average sea temperature in July
Dunedin, New Zealand
  • Average sea temperature in July: 9.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is February (13.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (9.2°C).

Average daylight in July / Average sunshine in July - Dunedin, New Zealand
Average daylight in July /
Average sunshine in July
Dunedin, New Zealand
  • Average daylight in July: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in July: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in July - Dunedin, New Zealand
Average sunshine days in July
Dunedin, New Zealand
  • Average sunshine days in July: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (13.4 days).

Average UV index in July - Dunedin, New Zealand
Average UV index in July
Dunedin, New Zealand
  • Average UV index in July: 3

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in July - Dunedin, New Zealand
Average cloud cover in July
Dunedin, New Zealand
  • Average cloud cover in July: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in July - Dunedin, New Zealand
Average visibility in July
Dunedin, New Zealand
  • Average visibility in July: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

englishespañol中文
Share