New Zealand Weather and Climate

New Zealand has some great weather. With often sub tropical climates in summer to alpine during winter. Perfect for experiencing this countries world class ski resorts or relaxing along its stunning coast line.

Based in the Southern Hemisphere New Zealands seasons tend to be the opposite from that in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer is during December, January and Febuary, Autumn during March, April and May, Winter during June, July and August and Spring during the months of September, October and November.

During summer the temperatures range from around 20 to 30 degrees and during winter the temperatures will drop to 10 to 15 degrees and even lower in some of the alpine regions.

New Zealand can be prone to some what unpredictable weather, weather can change quickly bringing across cold fronts or tropical cyclones during certain parts of the year all though the later occurs rarely.

If venturing on an outdoor adventure it is a good idea to prepare for any sudden changes in weather.