Which is the hottest month in Franz Josef?

The hottest time of year in Franz Josef is normally February. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 19°C.

Which month has the most rain in Franz Josef?

In terms of rainfall, October is usually the wettest month in Franz Josef with 269mm on average. There are normally 17 days in October with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Franz Josef?

The sunniest time of year in Franz Josef is normally February with bright sunshine on average for 46% of daylight hours; that's 6 hours of sunshine per day.

Best time to visit Franz Josef

Q: When is the best time to visit Franz Josef?

The best time to visit Franz Josef is January, February, November and December based on the following average weather conditions. Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more.

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When is the best time to visit Franz Josef?

The best time to visit Franz Josef is January, February, November and December based on the following average weather conditions.

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The weather guide for New Zealand (Franz Josef) 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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