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Christchurch weather in July

Long-run climate averages for Christchurch, New Zealand in July, plus what the forecast models say for the days ahead.

July at a glance

In July, Christchurch averages 11°C by day and 4°C at night. It is the wettest month of the year here.

July in Christchurch averages a daytime high of 11°C and an overnight low of 4°C, which reads as cool for this part of the world. It is the coldest month of the year here. It is also the wettest month, so build rain into any plan. Across the whole year Christchurch sees roughly 654 mm of precipitation.

Climate averages tell you what to pack. They do not tell you what next Tuesday looks like — for that, see the live Christchurch forecast with every model compared and how much they currently agree.

Christchurch weather by month

what to expect in Christchurch through the year

Here is Christchurch's typical weather in each month: the average daytime high and overnight low in °C, how each month feels, and the wettest month marked. Use it to plan any trip to Christchurch by season.

Jan
21°
14°
Mild
Feb
22°
14°
Warm
Mar
19°
11°
Mild
Apr
17°
10°
Mild
May
14°
Cool
Jun
12°
Cool
Jul
11°
Cool
Wettest
Aug
12°
Cool
Sep
15°
Mild
Oct
16°
Mild
Nov
18°
10°
Mild
Dec
21°
13°
Mild

Common questions

How warm is Christchurch in July?
Christchurch averages a daytime high of 11°C in July, with overnight lows around 4°C. These are long-run climate averages, not a forecast — for the actual days ahead see the live model comparison.
Is July a good time to visit Christchurch?
The most comfortable time to visit Christchurch is usually January, February, March and April, when daytime highs sit in the pleasant 16-26°C range and the heaviest July rain is behind you.
Does it rain a lot in Christchurch in July?
July is the wettest month of the year in Christchurch, out of roughly 654 mm of precipitation across the year.

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