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Annual Average Weather for Dunedin, New Zealand

The annual average maximum daily temperature is 13.8°C (56.9°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The annual average water temperature is typically 10.7°C (51.2°F) which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit. Annually there are on average 11.0 days of rain per month and 9.2 hours of sun per day.

When is the best time to visit Dunedin?

The best months to visit Dunedin 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 sea is best for swimming between December and April when the sea temperature is above the average 11°C (51°F) which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit.

Can you sunbathe in Dunedin year round?

No, you can't sunbathe in Dunedin 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.

Even during the warmest month, sunbathing may not be ideal as temperatures don't reach 20°C (72°F). The warmest month in Dunedin is February when the average maximum temperature is 18°C (65°F), average temperature is 15°C (60°F) and average minimum temperature is 13°C (55°F).

More info about the annual temperatures and sunshine.

Can you swim in Dunedin year round?

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

The warmest sea water temperatures in Dunedin are found in January when they peak at 14°C (58°F) and lowest in August when they dip to 8°C (46°F).

The sea temperature is above average for swimming between December and April when the sea temperature is above 11°C (51°F) which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit.

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When is the hottest month in Dunedin?

The hottest month in Dunedin is February when the average maximum temperature is not that warm but sunbathing may be possible on some clear days 18°C (65°F), average temperature is 15°C (60°F) and average minimum temperature is 13°C (55°F).

More info about the annual temperatures and sunshine.

When is the coldest month in Dunedin?

The coolest month in Dunedin is July when the average maximum temperature is 10°C (51°F), average temperature is 8°C (47°F) and average minimum temperature is 6°C (42°F).

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When is the sunniest month in Dunedin?

The sunniest days in Dunedin are in January which has the most hours of sunshine per day. In January the sunshine percentage is 80% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 11.9hrs making the days very long and bright.

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When is the least sunny month in Dunedin?

July has the least sunshine. In July the sunshine percentage is 71% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 6.5hrs.

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When is the driest month in Dunedin?

The driest month in Dunedin is August with 3cm (1.2inches) of rain and June has the fewest days of rain with 8.6 days with some rain, a quite rainy time to visit the beach.

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When is the wettest month in Dunedin?

The wettest month in Dunedin is March with 5.9cm (2.3inches) of rain and December 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 Dunedin?

The coldest sea water temperatures in Dunedin are found in August when they dip to 8°C (46°F) which is extremely cold and not suitable for swimming. Taking a dip at this temperature would risk hypothermia.

More info about the annual sea temperatures.

When is the sea the warmest in Dunedin?

The warmest sea water temperatures in Dunedin are found in January when they peak at 14°C (58°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.

Annual Temperature for Dunedin

The hottest month in Dunedin is February when the average maximum temperature is 18°C (65°F), average temperature is 15°C (60°F) and average minimum temperature is 13°C (55°F).

The coolest month in Dunedin is July when the average maximum temperature is 10°C (10°F), average temperature is 8°C (47°F) and average minimum temperature is 6°C (42°F).

Annual Sunshine for Dunedin

The longest days in Dunedin are in December, with an average of 15.7 hours of daylight per day. June has the shortest days with an average of 8.7 hours of daylight per day.

The sunniest days in Dunedin are in January which has the most hours of sunshine per day. The sunshine percentage is 80% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 11.9hrs making the days very long and bright.

July has the least sunshine. The sunshine percentage is 71% making it sunny and pleasant most of the time. The hours of sunshine per day are 6.5hrs.

The ultraviolet index is the highest in January when it reaches 11.1 and lowest in June when it reaches 0.9.

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 Dunedin

The warmest sea water temperatures in Dunedin are found in January when they peak at 14°C (58°F) and lowest in August when they dip to 8°C (46°F).

The sea is best for swimming between December and April when the temperature is above 11°C (51°F) which is very cold and bracing, it's not recommended you swim with out a full wet suit.

Annual Rainfall for Dunedin

The wettest month in Dunedin is March with 5.9cm (2.3inches) of rain and December 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 Dunedin is August with 3cm (1.2inches) of rain and June has the fewest days of rain with 8.6 days with some rain, a quite rainy time to visit the beach.

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