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Climate normals · 2016–2025
When to go: Hamilton month by month
Judged purely on 2016–2025 weather records, the friendliest months in Hamilton are typically January, March and December, with average daytime highs around 23–24°C. February is usually the warmest month (average high 25°C), August the coldest (average low 7°C), and July the wettest (about 132 mm). These are long-run averages, not a forecast.
| Month | Avg high (°C) | Avg low (°C) | Rain (mm) | Sunshine (h/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24.0 | 15.2 | 89 | 11.4 |
| February | 24.7 | 15.4 | 86 | 10.4 |
| March | 22.5 | 13.6 | 80 | 9.7 |
| April | 19.8 | 11.7 | 103 | 8.6 |
| May | 17.1 | 9.3 | 102 | 7.6 |
| June | 15.0 | 7.7 | 110 | 7.0 |
| July | 14.1 | 6.9 | 132 | 7.0 |
| August | 14.5 | 6.6 | 118 | 8.0 |
| September | 15.9 | 8.5 | 120 | 8.9 |
| October | 17.8 | 10.1 | 114 | 9.4 |
| November | 20.3 | 12.0 | 129 | 10.8 |
| December | 22.5 | 14.0 | 113 | 11.4 |
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01 · OverviewHamilton, in brief
Hamilton is mapped here through verified geographic facts and source-linked daily data. Its longer editorial profile is in the enrichment queue.
02 · HistoryHow Hamilton took shape
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03 · VisitVisiting Hamilton
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04 · Food & cultureFood and everyday culture in Hamilton
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05 · ArtsArts and cultural life in Hamilton
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06 · EconomyWork and the economy in Hamilton
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07 · SafetySafety and practical guidance for Hamilton
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08 · QuestionsQuestions about Hamilton
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hamilton
Essential geographic, demographic, currency, and travel context verified from primary records.
01 · Q&AWhere is Hamilton located and what are its coordinates?
Hamilton is situated in New Zealand at geographic coordinates -37.7833, 175.2833 with an elevation of an elevation monitored in local geographic surveys.
02 · Q&AWhat is the population and time zone of Hamilton?
Hamilton has a recorded population of approximately 192,100 and observes the Pacific/Auckland time zone (NZD).
03 · Q&AWhat languages and currency are used in Hamilton?
Official and commonly spoken languages in Hamilton include en-NZ, mi, and the circulating currency is NZD.
04 · Q&AHow can I check live conditions and daily updates for Hamilton?
Today's Atlas provides continuous tracking for Hamilton, featuring real-time weather conditions, daylight cycles, local geographic signals, and verified daily briefs.