Annual average weather for The Anchorage, Abel Tasman National Park, New Zealand

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Annual Average Weather for The Anchorage, Abel Tasman National Park, New Zealand

The annual average maximum daily temperature is 16.2°C (61.2°F) which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. The annual average water temperature is typically 15.3°C (59.5°F) which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea. Annually there are on average 11.8 days of rain per month and 5.3 hours of sun per day.

When is the best time to visit The Anchorage?

The best months to visit The Anchorage are January, February, March, December, for the best beach weather, the most sunshine and optimal sunbathing and swimming conditions with the least chance of rain.

The weather is warm enough for sunbathing in the months from December to February when the maximum temperature reaches above 22°C (72°F)

The sea is best for swimming between December and May when the sea temperature is above the average 15°C (60°F) which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea.

Can you sunbathe in The Anchorage year round?

No, you can't sunbathe in The Anchorage all year round. Some months are too cold for sunbathing, however you might enjoy other beach activities such as taking a walk, going hiking along trails or just enjoying the scenery.

The weather is warm enough for sunbathing in the months from December to February when the maximum temperature reaches above 22°C (72°F)

More info about the annual temperatures and sunshine.

Can you swim in The Anchorage year round?

No, you can't swim in The Anchorage all year round.

The warmest sea water temperatures in The Anchorage are found in January when they peak at 19°C (66°F) and lowest in August when they dip to 12°C (54°F).

The sea temperature is above average for swimming between December and May when the sea temperature is above 15°C (60°F) which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea.

More info about the annual sea temperatures

When is the hottest month in The Anchorage?

The hottest month in The Anchorage is February when the average maximum temperature is nice and warm and makes sunbathing pleasant on clear days 23°C (73°F), average temperature is 17°C (63°F) and average minimum temperature is 12°C (53°F).

More info about the annual temperatures and sunshine.

When is the coldest month in The Anchorage?

The coolest month in The Anchorage is July when the average maximum temperature is 10°C (50°F), average temperature is 6°C (44°F) and average minimum temperature is 3°C (37°F).

More info about the annual temperatures and sunshine

When is the sunniest month in The Anchorage?

The sunniest days in The Anchorage are in December which has the most hours of sunshine per day. In December the sunshine percentage is 47% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 7.1 hours of sunshine per day.

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When is the least sunny month in The Anchorage?

May has the least sunshine. In May the sunshine percentage is 37% making it very cloudy and overcast with some periods of sunshine. There are 3.6 hours of sunshine per day.

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When is the driest month in The Anchorage?

The driest month in The Anchorage is February with 8.9cm (3.5inches) of rain and the least days of rain with 7.8 days with some rain, a quite rainy time to visit the beach.

More info about the annual rainfall

When is the wettest month in The Anchorage?

The wettest month in The Anchorage is August with 16.1cm (6.3inches) of rain and September has the most days of rain with 14.5 days with some rain, a pretty wet time to visit the beach.

More info about the annual rainfall.

When is the sea the coldest in The Anchorage?

The coldest sea water temperatures in The Anchorage are found in August when they dip to 12°C (54°F) which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit.

More info about the annual sea temperatures.

When is the sea the warmest in The Anchorage?

The warmest sea water temperatures in The Anchorage are found in January when they peak at 19°C (66°F) which is cool for swimming, shorty wetsuit may help you extend your time in the water.

More info about the annual sea temperatures.

Annual Temperature for The Anchorage

The hottest month in The Anchorage is February when the average maximum temperature is 23°C (73°F), average temperature is 17°C (63°F) and average minimum temperature is 12°C (53°F).

The coolest month in The Anchorage is July when the average maximum temperature is 10°C (10°F), average temperature is 6°C (44°F) and average minimum temperature is 3°C (37°F).

Annual Sunshine for The Anchorage

The longest days in The Anchorage are in December, with an average of 15.1 hours of daylight per day. June has the shortest days with an average of 9.2 hours of daylight per day.

The sunniest days in The Anchorage are in December which has the most hours of sunshine per day. The sunshine percentage is 47% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 7.1 hours of sunshine per day.

May has the least sunshine. The sunshine percentage is 37% making it very cloudy and overcast with some periods of sunshine. There are 3.6 hours of sunshine per day.

The ultraviolet index is the highest in January when it reaches 12.4 and lowest in June when it reaches 1.5.

An ultraviolet index reading above 11 indicates an extreme risk of harm from unprotected sun exposure. Unprotected skin risks burning in less than 10 minutes. Take all precautions because unprotected skin and eyes can burn in minutes. Tanning will be safest before 10am and after 4pm but only with a good application of sun screen. For those with sensitive skin stay in the shade and wear protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Generously apply broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen every 2 hours, even on cloudy days. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Annual Sea Temperature for The Anchorage

The warmest sea water temperatures in The Anchorage are found in January when they peak at 19°C (66°F) and lowest in August when they dip to 12°C (54°F).

The sea is best for swimming between December and May when the temperature is above 15°C (60°F) which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea.

Annual Rainfall for The Anchorage

The wettest month in The Anchorage is August with 16.1cm (6.3inches) of rain and September has the most days of rain with 14.5 days with some rain, a pretty wet time to visit the beach.

The driest month in The Anchorage is February with 8.9cm (3.5inches) of rain and the least days of rain with 7.8 days with some rain, a quite rainy time to visit the beach.

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