Dunedin
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Climate normals · 2016–2025
When to go: Dunedin month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Dunedin are typically January, February and March, with average daytime highs around 18–19°C. February is usually the warmest month (average high 19°C), July the coldest (average low 4°C), and October the wettest (about 113 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 19.0 | 11.5 | 102 | 10.4 |
| February | 19.2 | 11.4 | 82 | 10.3 |
| March | 17.9 | 10.3 | 68 | 8.7 |
| April | 15.5 | 8.2 | 77 | 7.7 |
| May | 13.2 | 6.0 | 66 | 6.7 |
| June | 10.4 | 4.1 | 68 | 6.1 |
| July | 9.9 | 3.8 | 87 | 6.0 |
| August | 11.3 | 3.8 | 46 | 7.4 |
| September | 13.2 | 5.2 | 68 | 8.7 |
| October | 14.7 | 6.9 | 113 | 9.3 |
| November | 16.7 | 8.7 | 95 | 10.3 |
| December | 18.0 | 10.4 | 112 | 10.2 |
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01 · OverviewDunedin, in brief
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02 · HistoryHow Dunedin took shape
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03 · VisitVisiting Dunedin
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04 · Food & cultureFood and everyday culture in Dunedin
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05 · ArtsArts and cultural life in Dunedin
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06 · EconomyWork and the economy in Dunedin
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07 · SafetySafety and practical guidance for Dunedin
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08 · QuestionsQuestions about Dunedin
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dunedin
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01 · Q&AWhere is Dunedin located and what are its coordinates?
Dunedin is situated in New Zealand at geographic coordinates -45.8742, 170.5036 with an elevation of an elevation monitored in local geographic surveys.
02 · Q&AWhat is the population and time zone of Dunedin?
Dunedin has a recorded population of approximately 132,800 and observes the Pacific/Auckland time zone (NZD).
03 · Q&AWhat languages and currency are used in Dunedin?
Official and commonly spoken languages in Dunedin include en-NZ, mi, and the circulating currency is NZD.
04 · Q&AHow can I check live conditions and daily updates for Dunedin?
Today's Atlas provides continuous tracking for Dunedin, featuring real-time weather conditions, daylight cycles, local geographic signals, and verified daily briefs.