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Wellington in November
Wellington weather in November - New Zealand
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Wellington Weather in November

Plan your November trip to Wellington, New Zealand. Based on 30 years of NASA data, expect temperatures of 16°C (high) to 12°C (low), with 24% rain probability and 8 hours of daily sunshine. The Coastal Waters averages 15°C in November. Great conditions with only 10 rainy days expected.

Avg High
16°C

Hottest around day 30

Avg Low
12°C

Coolest around day 1

Rainy Days
10days

24% avg rain chance

Sunshine
8hrs/day

Autumn season

Sea Temperature in November

Coastal Waters(Ocean)

15.3°C

Monthly Average

Water Feel
💧Refreshing

Consider a wetsuit for extended swimming

Swim Rating
🏄Cool, wetsuits recommended

Based on average sea surface temperature

Body of Water
Coastal Waters

Ocean

Wellington coastline

Wellington November Weather Calendar

Click any day to see detailed weather information

Day 1
cloudy
Cloudy
15°C21%
Day 2
cloudy
Cloudy
15°C21%
Day 3
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
15°C20%
Day 4
cloudy
Cloudy
15°C21%
Day 5
cloudy
Cloudy
15°C24%
Day 6
cloudy
Cloudy
15°C21%
Day 7
cloudy
Cloudy
15°C21%
Day 8
cloudy
Cloudy
15°C23%
Day 9
cloudy
Cloudy
15°C25%
Day 10
cloudy
Cloudy
15°C24%
Day 11
cloudy
Cloudy
15°C26%
Day 12
cloudy
Cloudy
15°C25%
Day 13
cloudy
Cloudy
16°C26%
Day 14
cloudy
Cloudy
16°C22%
Day 15
cloudy
Cloudy
16°C27%
Day 16
cloudy
Cloudy
16°C26%
Day 17
cloudy
Cloudy
16°C30%
Day 18
cloudy
Cloudy
16°C29%
Day 19
cloudy
Cloudy
16°C31%
Day 20
cloudy
Cloudy
16°C25%
Day 21
cloudy
Cloudy
16°C24%
Day 22
cloudy
Cloudy
16°C22%
Day 23
cloudy
Cloudy
16°C21%
Day 24
partly-cloudy-day
Nice
16°C20%
Day 25
cloudy
Cloudy
16°C23%
Day 26
cloudy
Cloudy
16°C27%
Day 27
cloudy
Cloudy
16°C25%
Day 28
cloudy
Cloudy
16°C27%
Day 29
cloudy
Cloudy
16°C29%
Day 30
cloudy
Cloudy
17°C24%

Essential Travel Info for Wellington

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Currency

NZD

$ New Zealand dollar

Language

English

+2 more

Driving

Left side

Safety

Very High Safety

GPI: 1.269

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Flight Connectivity Analysis

Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Moderate
41/ 100
Traffic Index

Balanced traffic

Peak Daily Arrivals

0

slots per day

Peak

Aug

Low

Nov

Monthly Traffic Distribution

92
Jan
96
Feb
95
Mar
87
Apr
97
May
91
Jun
92
Jul
114
Aug
100
Sep
99
Oct
81
Nov
100
Dec
Traffic Level
Low Season

Key Connections

Christchurch (CHC)
Auckland (AKL)
Nelson (NSN)
Blenheim Woodbourne (BHE)
Hamilton (HLZ)

Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

6 Recommendations
COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Hepatitis A

Consider hepatitis A vaccination for most travelers. It is recommended for travelers who will be doing higher risk activities, such as visiting smaller cities, villages, or rural areas where a traveler might get infected through food or water. It is recommended for travelers who plan on eating street food.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to New Zealand. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to New Zealand.

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

Rabies

Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in New Zealand.If rabies exposures occur while in New Zealand, rabies vaccines may only be available in larger suburban/urban medical facilities.Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.For more information, seecountry rabies status assessments.

Yellow Fever

CDC recommendations:Vaccine isnotrecommended.Country entry requirements:Vaccine isnotrequired.Updated April 23, 2025

Source: CDC Travelers' Health

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Is November a Good Time to Visit Wellington?

👌Good option with minor considerations
Short Answer

Wellington in November features 15.3°C seas - too cold for swimming but stunning for coastal walks. Air temperatures average 16°C with 24% rain probability.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Seismically active region

149 earthquakes recorded in this month (30-year data)

Rough sea conditions

1.52m average wave height - Surfers Only

Cold sea - swimming challenging

15.3°C sea temperature - Polar Plunge

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Hantavirus, Tuberculosis (TB)

Plenty of sunshine

11.1h of sunshine daily

Good For

  • 🥾
    Outdoor enthusiasts

    Ideal hiking conditions: 15.7°C, 24% rain chance

  • 🏛️
    Cultural tourists

    Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites

  • 💑
    Honeymoon couples

    Wedding score 75/100 with romantic weather conditions

  • 💼
    Business travelers

    Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

  • 🎯
    Adventure seekers

    1.52m waves - good for surfing and water sports

Who Should Avoid

  • 🏖️
    Beach lovers

    Sea temperature only 15.3°C - too cold for comfortable swimming

  • 👴
    Elderly travelers

    78% humidity creates difficult conditions

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"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Wellington in November averages 16°C with 24% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Wellington in November

What are the temperatures in Wellington in November?

Daytime highs average 16°C, nights drop to 12°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Wellington in November?

Expect around 10 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Wellington in November?

Layers are key. A medium-weight jacket and closed-toe shoes.

Is November peak season in Wellington?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.