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Today weather in New Zealand
Tuesday, 21st July 2026
5°
Partly cloudy
Low -5°
Today, New Zealand will be chilly with temperatures possibly hitting a high of 5 °C, dropping to around -5 °C by night. Gentle breezes are expected across New Zealand Today, with speeds reaching around 6 km/h. Mixed precipitation is expected Today. Rain is highly likely at 71%, but with light accumulations around 1.47 mm. In addition, Light snow showers are on the horizon, accumulating around 0 cm or less. Sleet or freezing rain is also a possibility.
5° / -5°
Temp
71%
Rain
6 km/h
Wind
89%
Humidity
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New Zealand hourly forecast for today
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| weather |  | |  | | |  | | | |  |  | | | |  | |  |  | |  |  | |  |  | | | Next |
| temperatures | -5.4° | -5.3° | -5.1° | -4.1° | -3.8° | -3.8° | -4.2° | -4.4° | -3.9° | Sunrise | -2.8° | -0.5° | 1.8° | 5.2° | 5.3° | 4.1° | 3.3° | 1.8° | 1.1° | Sunset | 1.1° | 0.9° | 0.9° | -0.3° | 0.4° | 0° | |
| feels like | 0° | 0° | 0° | 0° | -5.9° | 0° | 0° | -6.6° | 0° | 0° | -2.4° | -0.1° | 3.6° | 4° | 3° | 1.6° | 0.2° | -0.8° | -0.9° | -0.9° | -1° | 0° | -1.1° | 0° | |||
| wind speed | 4 km/h | 4 km/h | 5 km/h | 4 km/h | 5 km/h | 4 km/h | 5 km/h | 5 km/h | 4 km/h | 4 km/h | 5 km/h | 6 km/h | 7 km/h | 6 km/h | 5 km/h | 7 km/h | 5 km/h | 6 km/h | 7 km/h | 6 km/h | 6 km/h | 4 km/h | 5 km/h | 5 km/h | |||
| wind degree | 260° | 251° | 267° | 262° | 270° | 289° | 280° | 269° | 284° | 284° | 294° | 289° | 296° | 297° | 288° | 323° | 299° | 315° | 318° | 326° | 324° | 326° | 324° | 328° | |||
| wind direction | W | WSW | W | W | W | WNW | W | W | WNW | WNW | WNW | WNW | WNW | WNW | WNW | NW | WNW | NW | NW | NW | NW | NW | NW | NNW | |||
| Precipitation | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0.1 mm | 0.1 mm | 0.2 mm | 0.4 mm | 0.1 mm | 0 mm | 0.5 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | |||
| chance for rain | 16% | 16% | 30% | 27% | 27% | 15% | 14% | 16% | 12% | 15% | 15% | 10% | 12% | 21% | 33% | 51% | 57% | 67% | 54% | 44% | 71% | 45% | 45% | 43% | |||
| chance for snow | 32% | 32% | 47% | 44% | 43% | 29% | 28% | 32% | 27% | 30% | 27% | 18% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 25% | 38% | 35% | 35% | 34% | 34% | 41% | 32% | 40% | |||
| humidity | 92% | 91% | 89% | 85% | 84% | 85% | 85% | 83% | 80% | 75% | 70% | 73% | 77% | 84% | 90% | 95% | 98% | 99% | 99% | 99% | 99% | 99% | 99% | 99% | |||
| dew point | -6.5° | -6.5° | -6.6° | -6.2° | -6° | -5.9° | -6.4° | -6.8° | -6.8° | -6.6° | -5.4° | -2.6° | 1.5° | 2.9° | 2.7° | 2.6° | 1.5° | 0.9° | 1° | 0.7° | 0.8° | -0.4° | 0.3° | -0.2° | |||
| visibility | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 2 km | 2 km | 2 km | 0 km | 0 km | 2 km | 0 km | 0 km | 0 km | |||
| cloud cover | 19% | 24% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 32% | 24% | 50% | 31% | 67% | 82% | 36% | 41% | 71% | 83% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | |||
| UV | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.1 | 0.4 | 0.5 | 0.7 | 0.7 | 0.7 | 0.3 | 0.2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Weather in New Zealand today
The temperature today in New Zealand is expected to be typical for this time of year, with a forecast of 5 °C, closely aligning with the historical average for 21st of July.
temperatures
5 °C
rain
1.5 mm
wind
6 km/h
snow
0 cm
New Zealand daylight overview ☀️
Today in New Zealand, The sun rises at 08:13 and sets at 17:29, giving a total daylight duration of 9 hours and 16 minutes.
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The weather today in New Zealand - FAQ
What is the maximum temperature for today in New Zealand?
The maximum temperature for today in New Zealand is expected to be 5° degrees. Please dress accordingly to stay comfortable throughout the day.
Will it snow today in New Zealand? ❄️
Yes, there is a 33% chance of snow in New Zealand today, with an expected snowfall of 0 cm. Prepare for snowy conditions and consider winter gear if you plan to be outdoors.
Will it rain today in New Zealand? 🌧️
Yes, there is a 71% chance of rain in New Zealand today. We recommend carrying an umbrella or rain gear to stay dry.
What will be the wind speed today in New Zealand? 🌀
The wind in New Zealand is expected to blow at 6 km/h. This could affect outdoor activities, so plan accordingly.
How should I dress for the weather in New Zealand today?
Given the forecast of 5 °C with a 71% chance of rain, we advise checking our "What to wear today" section for recommendations. There, you will find tailored advice to help you stay comfortable and prepared for the weather conditions in New Zealand today.
What is the sunrise and sunset time for New Zealand today?
The sun is expected to rise at 08:13 and set at 17:29 in New Zealand.
How accurate is the weather forecast New Zealand today? ✅
New Zealand weather forecast for today is based on the most current and sophisticated meteorological models available. While we strive for accuracy, weather conditions can change unexpectedly, so we recommend checking for updates regularly.
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