July 17 is generally a great time to visit Hamilton. While there is a slight chance of rain (39%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 14°C weather. Hamilton is seeing high visitor numbers, so iconic spots may be busier than usual.
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Essential Travel Info for Hamilton
Currency
NZD
$ New Zealand dollar
Language
English
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Driving
Left side
Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.269
Hamilton Weather Forecast for July 17
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 13.6°C. 39% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Hamilton in July
Based on historical data for July 17, Hamilton typically experiences temperatures between 6.5°C and 13.6°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants, umbrella to stay comfortable. With a 39% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Hamilton
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
- Umbrella
Average High
13.6°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
6.5°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
13.1°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
39%
Avg 3.9mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
64%
Overcast
Pressure
1013.5 hPa
High volatility
Hamilton Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
✓ This date historically delivers consistent weather 79% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 200 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 300 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 500 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
11.3°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😐 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in New Zealand
Flight Traffic
Busy
77/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~10
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Hamilton
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
08:31
☀️ Noon
13:26
🌇 Sunset
18:20
⏱️ Daylight
9h 48m
Wind Speed
19.5 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
6.4 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
86%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Hamilton
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
⛅ Good
Tourist Crowds
🔴 Very Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Active seismic zone. Multiple earthquakes per year.
Travel Alert: This region has elevated natural risks. We recommend registering with your embassy and keeping emergency numbers handy.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Hamilton on July 17 averages 13.6°C with a 39% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 77/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Hamilton Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
July 23
13.4°C • 32% rain
Score
81
July 24
13.5°C • 29% rain
Score
81
July 21
13.6°C • 38% rain
Score
79
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Hamilton Worth Visiting on July 17?
Planning a trip to Hamilton on July 17? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 13.6°C with a 39% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 10 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 6 vaccinations are recommended for New Zealand, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest July 17 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 16°C in 2021, while the coldest dropped to 2.6°C in 2022.