Nelson weather averages

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Now Today
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Going to Nelson? Find the best month to visit Nelson based on the weather.

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Check Nelson weather averages before you book your next holiday in 2018/2019. Today's maximum temperature in Nelson is expected to be 19°C, while the average maximum temperature in December is 20°C.

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The weather for Nelson, New Zealand shows long term weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia) & today's weather forecast provided by MeteoBlue. Find out more about our data sources.

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Nelson weather averages: best month

Nelson	Best month	Averages
Warmest	January & February	22°C
Sunniest	January, February & December	8 hours per day
Least rain	February	8 days
Warmest sea	February	19°C

Nelson climate guide

Tropical storm risk: Nelson cyclone season

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The Nelson tropical storm risk chart above shows the cyclone season. The chart was processed from data supplied by the US Meteorological Agency (NOAA). Find out more about our data sources.

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Nelson weather averages by month

Check Nelson holiday weather averages for a particular month by selecting from the list below. Monthly weather guides include figures for temperature, rainfall, sunshine hours and sea temperature plus daily sunrise & sunset times.

Compare Nelson weather with the USA

Below the Nelson weather chart shows maximum daytime temperature for Nelson, New Zealand and the USA (Washington). For more weather parameters or to change the destinations shown visit the comparison weather tool.