Category: Weather

I always thought of November as just the month before Christmas-shopping panic sets in, but in New Zealand, it’s a whole different story. As the last month of spring down under, it’s like Mother Nature’s rehearsal for her summer tour. The North Island starts to throw on the beachwear, basking in warmer temperatures and longer…

December in New Zealand might as well be renamed “The Great Kiwi Switcheroo.” When the rest of the world is decking the halls, Kiwis are slapping on sunscreen. I mean, Christmas in shorts and flip-flops? Welcome to my summer wonderland! In New Zealand, December rings in not just the jolly season but also the start…

As I prance through the calendar year in Auckland, I feel like I’m Mother Nature’s guest of honor at a weather-themed party. I like to describe Auckland’s climate like that one undecided friend who can’t pick an outfit—sometimes it chooses a sunny ensemble and other times, a mild and blustery look. As I reside in…

When I first landed in Wellington, New Zealand, I thought my weather app was playing pranks on me. One minute I’m soaking in the sun, the next I’m chasing my runaway hat, courtesy of the infamous Wellington wind. Let’s embark on a whirlwind tour through the “coolest little capital’s” climate calendar, where layering is not…

Oh, the ever-changing skies of Christchurch! It’s as if Mother Nature is trying her hand at DJing, and let me tell you, her mixes are eclectic. Skimming through the calendar, one might think she’s a bit indecisive, with temperatures and precipitation levels gyrating more than a crowd at a Kiwi music festival. But fear not,…

When I first landed in Queenstown, New Zealand, I quickly learned to expect four seasons in one day—and I’m not talking about a Vivaldi album on repeat. Nestled in the Southern Hemisphere, this little gem gives you the kind of weather variety that could make a meteorologist weep with joy. One minute I’m basking in…

If you’re curious about the weather in Dunedin, New Zealand, let me roll out the red carpet for a climate that throws more curveballs than a major league pitcher. I mean, one moment you’re basking in the glory of “Hey, I need sunscreen!” and the next, you’re looking for that sweater you swore you wouldn’t…

As someone who’s always had a bit of a love-hate relationship with the weather (I mean, who doesn’t, right?), I can’t help but chuckle at the thought of diving into Gisborne’s climate. It’s like Mother Nature looked at New Zealand, that sliver of green on the globe, and decided, “Let’s give them a weather potluck!”…

When I think about planning a trip to Napier, New Zealand, my first thought is – will I need shorts or a snazzy coat? Knowing the average weather in Napier month by month helps pack those bags like a pro. Napier’s climate is like a box of chocolates—you never know what you’re gonna get until…

If you’re planning a visit to Rotorua, New Zealand, you might be wondering about the weather, and let me tell you—it’s as changeable as my grandma’s knitting patterns! Located in the Southern Hemisphere, Rotorua enjoys a marine west coast climate with a warm summer twist. This means the city gets its fair share of rainfall,…