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Palmerston North City Weather and climate

Data source：Meteostat
Update date：2025-09

Palmerston North City year round climate
  • Spring (September–November): Average 11.6–14.8°C, mild climate with occasional showers, but generally pleasant. Common activities: Outdoor walks, cycling, visiting parks. Recommended clothing: Light jacket, long-sleeved shirt, comfortable shoes.
  • Summer (December–February): Average 17.3–18.7°C, warm and humid climate with more rainfall. Common activities: Swimming, picnics, outdoor sports, but be aware of sun protection and rain. Recommended clothing: Light and breathable clothing, rain gear.
  • Autumn (March–May): Average 11.6–15.8°C, cool climate with moderate rainfall. Common activities: Enjoying autumn scenery, outdoor walks. Recommended clothing: Light jacket, long-sleeved shirt.
  • Winter (June–August): Average 9.4–10.4°C, cold and humid climate with moderate rainfall and occasional strong winds. Common activities: Indoor activities, visiting museums. Recommended clothing: Warm jacket, sweater, scarf, hat.
Palmerston North City climatological average

Annual average temperature: approx. 13.6°C / Annual rainfall: approx. 1386 mm / Summer humidity: 65%–75% / Rainiest month: December

Palmerston North City monthly average temperature and precipitation
Month
Air temperature (°C)
Precipitation (mm)
January
18.7°C
95.4
February
18°C
130.1
March
15.8°C
77.7
April
14.1°C
89.4
May
11.6°C
132.3
June
10.4°C
96.6
July
9.6°C
148
August
9.4°C
112.9
September
11.3°C
105.4
October
12.6°C
115.1
November
14.8°C
133.7
December
17.3°C
149.8
Palmerston North City weather for the next seven days
10/16
Thursday
Patchy rain nearby
15.1°C/6.2°C
10/17
Friday
Sunny
15.9°C/2.4°C
10/18
Saturday
Partly Cloudy
16.5°C/4.2°C
10/19
Sunday
Moderate rain
12.9°C/6.9°C
10/20
Monday
Patchy rain nearby
15.9°C/6.5°C
10/21
Tuesday
Patchy rain nearby
16.2°C/11.4°C
10/22
Wednesday
Patchy rain nearby
14.9°C/11.7°C

Palmerston North City FAQ

What is the best time to visit?
Spring and autumn are the best times to visit Palmerston North, as the weather is mild and suitable for a variety of outdoor activities.
What are the must-visit attractions?
Elephant Hill Trail, 228 Park and Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall are must-visit attractions in Palmerston North.