July could be a good time to visit Christchurch, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +52°F, and there are typically 6 sunny days in July. However, expect about 15 rainy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 61 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
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July is usually the coldest month of the year in Christchurch;
Average weather
☀️
+52°F
Avg. max. temperature
+23°F
Min.
+72°F
Max.
61 mm
Total precipitation
81%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
6 ☀️
Sunny Days
10 ⛅️
Cloudy
15 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Christchurch has OK weather in July.
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Average temperature in Christchurch in July
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Christchurch for July based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in July is +54°F with a maximum of +63°F and a minimum of +32°F.
The average maximum temperature goes up 35% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +50°F to +61°F.
Is Christchurch warm or cold in July?
Christchurch is typically chill in July.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +54°F to +52°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +41°F to +39°F.
Pack a jumper and a jacket as there will be cooler temperatures.
July is the coldest month in Christchurch, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Christchurch in July
Water in Christchurch in July is Cold. It varies from +48°F to +52°F, with an average of +50°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +52°F.
The water temperature in July is one of the coldest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Christchurch are reached in February, when the average sea temperature rises to +61°F. The coldest water temperatures are in August, with an average of +49°F.
Can you swim in Christchurch in July?
We would not recommend swimming in Christchurch in July, the water is very cold (+50°F on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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Cold
Below +61°F
🏄♂️
Fresh
61°F - 70°F
🏊
Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
👙
Warm
77°F - 82°F
🔥
Very warm
+82°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.
Climate in Christchurch in July
Christchurch weather looks like this, on average, in July and the surrounding months.
June
July
August
Avg. temperature
+54°F
+52°F
+54°F
Min. temperature
+25°F
+23°F
+23°F
Max. temperature
+72°F
+72°F
+72°F
Rainfall
55 mm
61 mm
56 mm
Wind
2 m/s
2 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+51°F
+50°F
+49°F
Humidity
82%
81%
79%
Air pressure
1012 HPa
1011 HPa
1011 HPa
Sunny days
5
6
5
Cloudy days
10
10
10
Rainy days
15
15
15
Snowy days
0
0
0
July weather is still as ok as in June.It’s getting colder in July. From +54°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +52°F.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 55 mm to 61 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 82% to 81%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during July, staying around 2 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in July, from 5 to 6.
August brings much the same weather, it remains ok.
Wind speed in Christchurch in July based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 6 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Christchurch is gradually increasing during July, going from 3 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during July in Christchurch based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in July is about 146 mm, with a 48% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 64 mm, which is considered heavy rain.July is a pretty wet month with over 15 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
July is one of the rainiest months in Christchurch, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Christchurch wettest month is July, where a typical day has a 48% chance of precipitation and 61 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 38% chance of precipitation and 42 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last July in Christchurch?
This is the weather in Christchurch in July 2023:
1 July
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+51°F
2 July
☁️
+50°F
3 July
☀️
+53°F
4 July
☀️
+60°F
5 July
☀️
+56°F
6 July
☀️
+50°F
7 July
☁️
+53°F
8 July
🌧️
+54°F
9 July
☁️
+54°F
10 July
☁️
+55°F
11 July
☁️
+54°F
12 July
🌧️
+49°F
13 July
☀️
+56°F
14 July
☁️
+60°F
15 July
☁️
+56°F
16 July
☀️
+57°F
17 July
☀️
+58°F
18 July
☀️
+63°F
19 July
☀️
+63°F
20 July
☁️
+51°F
21 July
🌧️
+51°F
22 July
🌫️
+52°F
23 July
🌫️
+54°F
24 July
🌫️
+52°F
25 July
☀️
+53°F
26 July
☁️
+51°F
27 July
🌧️
+54°F
28 July
☀️
+53°F
29 July
🌫️
+52°F
30 July
🌫️
+52°F
31 July
☀️
+60°F
In July 2023 Christchurch had 13 sunny days, 9 cloudy days, and 4 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +54°F, with an absolute maximum of +63°F and a minimum of +48°F. The average humidity was 82%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 46%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 14 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Christchurch climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Christchurch in July has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1992 (+59°F) and the highest in 2019 (+65°F). The driest year was 1988 with only 348 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2021 with 963 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Christchurch in July:
Is July a good time to visit Christchurch?
It’s always a good time to visit Christchurch, but the weather is changeable in July, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Christchurch in July?
Not really, July is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.
Can you swim in Christchurch in July?
Swimming in Christchurch in July is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Christchurch rainy in July?
Christchurch is often rainy in July. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Christchurch in July?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Christchurch in July, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
Other cities in New Zealand
Check out the weather for other cities in New Zealand.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Christchurch, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
