New Zealand Weather

Christchurch Weather

Today's Weather

Fine

Temp:	2°C
High:	15°C
Low:	2°C
Wind:	Calm

Thursday - 15/05

H:	15°C
L:	0°C

Fine

Tomorrow - 17/05

H:	14°C
L:	4°C

Partly cloudy

Sunday - 18/05

H:	15°C
L:	4°C

Fine

General Christchurch Weather Information

The South Island's largest city enjoys a temperate, dry climate with less rainfall than New Zealand's other main centres. During winter, chill nights and morning frosts are common, followed by sunny, crisp days. Summer months bring warmer days, characterized by Northwest winds that are hot, dry and blustery.

Average annual rainfall: 360mm
Average annual sunshine hours: 2,025
Average summer temperature (°C): 17
Average winter temperature (°C): 9

Navigate with our great Christchurch map to stay on the right track and locate exactly what you're looking for when traveling in the region. Browse Christchurch regional listings to quickly and easily find local information, attractions, entertainment, shopping and businesses.

Other locations in the Canterbury region: Ashburton, Christchurch, Kaikoura, Timaru

For a full listing of regional weather, go to the national New Zealand weather page.