WEATHERblaze

Westport, West Coast Temperature & Weather History

West Coast, New Zealand · Climate data since 1981
📍 -41.7550°S, 171.5990°E
☀️

Quick Climate Facts

(19812025)
Hottest Month
🔥
January
Avg 13.8°C
Min 5.5°C
Max 22.2°C
Coldest Month
❄️
July
Avg 4.7°C
Min -2.1°C
Max 11.4°C
Wettest Month
🌧️
December
178 mm
Driest Month
🏜️
February
113 mm
Most Humid
💧
June
93%
Least Humid
🌬️
January
83%
Highest Ever
🌡️
25.3°C
January 2018
Lowest Ever
🧊
-5.1°C
June 2012

Westport Climate Overview

Westport has a temperate climate with warm summers and cold winters.

Temperatures peak in January and drop to their lowest in July, while rainfall is highest during winter months.

Humidity remains high throughout the year creating cold and damp conditions.

Monthly Climate Data
Month🌤️HighLowAvgHumid %Rain (mm)Wind (m/s)Solar (kWh/m²)
January22.2°C5.5°C13.8°C83%1410.36.42
February22.2°C6.1°C14.1°C84%1130.35.58
March20.5°C3.9°C12.2°C86%1300.44.27
April🌧️17.6°C1.9°C9.8°C89%1500.42.86
May🌧️15.1°C-0.3°C7.4°C92%1650.41.85
June🌧️12.3°C-1.7°C5.3°C93%1730.41.42
July🌧️11.4°C-2.1°C4.7°C91%1550.41.65
August🌧️12.5°C-2.0°C5.3°C90%1600.42.41
September🌧️14.5°C-1.0°C6.8°C88%1610.43.53
October🌧️16.7°C0.3°C8.5°C86%1780.44.71
November18.8°C2.3°C10.5°C84%1440.45.94
December🌧️20.5°C4.5°C12.5°C84%1780.36.32

Showing average climate conditions across 45 years (1981–2025)

🌍 Weather in Westport Across Seasons

❄️ Winter in Westport

July is Westport's coldest month, with average lows reaching -2.1°C.
🌡️June to August (avg) · -1.9°C12.1°C

🧥 Expect frosty nights and below-freezing temperatures during this Cold Winter period.

☀️ Summer in Westport

Summer temperatures in Westport peak in January, climbing to 22.2°C.
🌡️December to February (avg) · 5.4°C21.6°C

🌤️ Conditions are ideal for outdoor activities throughout the day in this Mild Summer.

🌧️ Rainy Season in Westport

Westport sees its highest rainfall in December, receiving approximately 178 mm of precipitation.
🌧️June to December (avg) · up to 178 mm

☔ Heavy Rainfall expected — carry rain gear and plan outdoor activities around these months.

📅 Monthly Averages

🌡️ Temperature Patterns

Monthly averages · 19812025 climate normals · °C

🌡️ Westport Monthly Temperature Guide

January is the hottest month in Westport, with average highs reaching 22.2°C, while July is the coldest with lows dropping to -2.1°C.

Temperatures rise steadily from spring, peak in January, and gradually decline through autumn into winter.

These seasonal patterns make summer pleasant for travel, while winters can bring frost and occasional snowfall.

🌧️ Rainfall Distribution

Monthly rainfall · 19812025 seasonal trends · mm/month

💨Humidity & Wind Speed

Monthly averages · 19812025

💧 Rainfall & Humidity in Westport

Westport receives its highest rainfall in December, while humidity peaks during summer months.
🌧️ Wettest: December 178 mm☀️ Driest: February 113 mm

💧 Humidity peaks at 93% in June · annual avg 87%

🌍 Climate Summary

Avg Annual Temp:9.2°C
Avg Annual Rainfall:1849 mm
Avg Humidity:87%
Data Period:1981 – 2025

📈 Yearly Trends

The warmest year in Westport's recorded history was 2023 (avg: 10.3°C), while the coldest was 1992 (avg: 7.8°C).

📊 Key Climate Trends

  • 🌡️ Westport's temperature shows a slight warming trend over the past decade
  • 📈 Minimum temperatures show a slight warming trend in recent years
  • 🌧️ Rainfall has increased noticeably in recent years compared to earlier periods

🌡️ Annual Temperature Trend

View Range:

Average annual high/low · Last 10 years · °C

Westport's temperatures shows a slight warming trend over the past decade. The highest recorded temperature reached 25.3°C in January 2018, while the lowest dropped to -5.1°C in June 2012.

🌧️ Annual Precipitation

View Range:

Total annual precipitation · Last 10 years · mm/year

Annual rainfall in Westport shows noticeable variation. Rainfall has increased noticeably in recent years compared to earlier periods.
📋 Yearly Climate Data Overview

🔥 hottest · ❄️ coldest · 🌧️ wettest

YearMin TempAvg TempMax TempRainfall (mm)Avg HumidityAvg Wind
2025
2.6°C9.8°C17.1°C204088%0.4 m/s
2024
2.0°C9.5°C17.0°C182389%0.4 m/s
2023
2.6°C10.3°C18.0°C190388%0.4 m/s
2022 🔥
2.4°C10.2°C18.1°C219688%0.4 m/s
2021
2.0°C9.6°C17.1°C193789%0.4 m/s
2020
1.9°C9.4°C17.0°C170788%0.4 m/s
2019
2.2°C9.9°C17.7°C187687%0.4 m/s
2018
1.8°C9.8°C17.8°C182488%0.4 m/s
2017
2.2°C9.7°C17.2°C173688%0.4 m/s
2016
1.9°C9.6°C17.3°C200988%0.4 m/s

Showing 1 to 10 of 45 years

🏙️ Other Cities in West Coast

Greymouth
Hokitika
Looking for another region?Explore All New Zealand Regions →

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hottest month in Westport?

Based on 45 years of data (1981–2025), January is typically the hottest month in Westport, West Coast, with average high temperatures around 22.2°C.

What is the coldest month in Westport?

July is the coldest month in Westport, with average low temperatures around -2.1°C.

What is the rainiest month in Westport?

December receives the most rainfall with approximately 178 mm, while February is the driest with 113 mm.

What was the highest temperature ever recorded in Westport?

The highest recorded temperature was 25.3°C in January 2018. This is part of the historical record spanning 1981–2025.

What was the lowest temperature ever recorded in Westport?

The lowest recorded temperature was -5.1°C in June 2012.

How many years of data does this page cover?

This page covers 45 years of climate data from 1981 to 2025. As new data is added to the database the page automatically reflects the updated coverage.

How much sunlight does Westport get?

Westport receives the most sunlight in January with an average solar radiation of 6.42 kWh/m²/day. This solar radiation data, sourced from NASA POWER, is useful for solar energy planning and agriculture in West Coast.

Where does this weather data come from?

All climate data is sourced from NASA POWER (Prediction Of Worldwide Energy Resources), based on MERRA-2 satellite and model data. It provides monthly averages for temperature, precipitation, humidity, wind speed, and solar radiation.

📚 Data Source

All weather data is sourced from NASA POWER (Prediction of Worldwide Energy Resources), a NASA project providing solar and meteorological data for renewable energy, building efficiency, and agricultural research.

Parameters included:
  • Temperature (Min, Max)
  • Precipitation
  • Relative Humidity
  • Wind Speed
  • Solar Radiation
Data specifications:
  • Resolution: Monthly
  • Spatial: 0.5° × 0.625°
  • Source: MERRA-2
  • Coverage: 19812025
  • Years: 45