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Christchurch weather today
Wednesday, 28th October 2026
17°
Sunny
Low 5°
Mild temperatures are expected in Christchurch Today, peaking at around 17 °C and dropping to 5 °C by night. It'll be quite breezy in Christchurch Today with average wind speeds of 22 km/h. There's a slight chance of rain at 5%.
17° / 5°
Temp
5%
Rain
22 km/h
Wind
59%
Humidity
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Christchurch hourly forecast for today
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| 00:00 | 01:00 | 02:00 | 03:00 | 04:00 | 05:00 | 06:00 | 06:16 | 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | 20:00 | 20:09 | 21:00 | 22:00 | 23:00 | ||
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| temperatures | 9.1° | 8.2° | 7.8° | 5.9° | 6.4° | 5.2° | 5.2° | Sunrise | 7° | 7.2° | 9.2° | 12.9° | 12.5° | 13.4° | 16° | 14.9° | 15.5° | 17.1° | 15.9° | 16° | 16.2° | 13.6° | Sunset | 11.9° | 11.8° | 9.9° | |
| Feels like | 6° | 6.4° | 5.2° | 3.7° | 5° | 2.9° | 2.9° | 4.6° | 5° | 7.5° | 12.9° | 12.5° | 13.4° | 16° | 14.9° | 15.5° | 17.1° | 15.9° | 16° | 16.2° | 13.6° | 11.9° | 11.8° | 8.5° | |||
| wind speed | 22 km/h | 11 km/h | 15 km/h | 10 km/h | 7 km/h | 10 km/h | 10 km/h | 4 km/h | 11 km/h | 10 km/h | 9 km/h | 7 km/h | 7 km/h | 12 km/h | 9 km/h | 14 km/h | 15 km/h | 10 km/h | 7 km/h | 21 km/h | 12 km/h | 13 km/h | 19 km/h | 8 km/h | |||
| wind degree | 46° | 14° | 345° | 311° | 283° | 255° | 251° | 277° | 263° | 276° | 317° | 320° | 340° | 337° | 48° | 44° | 338° | 24° | 347° | 301° | 279° | 265° | 294° | 261° | |||
| wind direction | NE | NNE | NNW | NW | WNW | WSW | WSW | W | W | W | NW | NW | NNW | NNW | NE | NE | NNW | NNE | NNW | WNW | W | W | WNW | W | |||
| Precipitation | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | |||
| chance for rain | 14% | 9% | 7% | 10% | 8% | 9% | 8% | 6% | 5% | 4% | 2% | 2% | 2% | 2% | 2% | 2% | 1% | 3% | 3% | 3% | 3% | 13% | 5% | 13% | |||
| chance for snow | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |||
| humidity | 72% | 78% | 74% | 82% | 75% | 80% | 77% | 69% | 68% | 60% | 50% | 50% | 49% | 46% | 48% | 47% | 43% | 49% | 51% | 29% | 52% | 53% | 54% | 56% | |||
| dew point | 4.2° | 4.6° | 3.5° | 3° | 2.3° | 2° | 1.5° | 1.8° | 1.7° | 1.9° | 2.7° | 2.2° | 3° | 4.6° | 4° | 4.3° | 4.5° | 5.1° | 5.8° | 3.8° | 4° | 2.7° | 2.7° | 1.6° | |||
| visibility | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | |||
| cloud cover | 70% | 5% | 0% | 0% | 1% | 0% | 0% | 3% | 0% | 0% | 6% | 4% | 5% | 10% | 5% | 0% | 9% | 16% | 19% | 0% | 12% | 100% | 43% | 96% | |||
| UV | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.5 | 1.5 | 3.1 | 5 | 6.8 | 7.9 | 7.9 | 6.9 | 5.1 | 3.1 | 1.5 | 0.5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Weather in Christchurch today
The weather in Christchurch today is expected to be noticeably warmer than usual, with a forecast temperature of 17 °C, compared to an average of 13 °C for 28th of October in recent years.
temperatures
17 °C
rain
0 mm
wind
22 km/h
UV
Very High
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Christchurch daylight overview
Today in Christchurch, the sun rises at 06:16 and sets at 20:09, giving a total daylight duration of 13 hours and 53 minutes.
Daytime
Day length13h 53m▲ 2m 48s
Solar noon13:13
Evening golden hour19:29 – 20:09
Night
Waning GibbousIllumination 92%
Moonrise22:45
Moonset07:24 tomorrow
Christchurch: Sun reaches 59.5° above the horizon at midday.
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The weather today in Christchurch - FAQ
What is the maximum temperature for today in Christchurch?
The maximum temperature for today in Christchurch is expected to be 17° degrees. Please dress accordingly to stay comfortable throughout the day.
Will it rain today in Christchurch?
Yes, there is a 5% chance of rain in Christchurch today. We recommend carrying an umbrella or rain gear to stay dry.
What will be the wind speed today in Christchurch?
The wind in Christchurch is expected to blow at 22 km/h. This could affect outdoor activities, so plan accordingly.
How should I dress for the weather in Christchurch today?
Given the forecast of 17 °C with a 5% chance of rain, we advise checking our "What to wear today" section for recommendations. There, you will find tailored advice to help you stay comfortable and prepared for the weather conditions in Christchurch today.
What is the sunrise and sunset time for Christchurch today?
The sun is expected to rise at 06:16 and set at 20:09 in Christchurch.
How accurate is the weather forecast for Christchurch today?
Christchurch weather forecast for today is based on the most current and sophisticated meteorological models available. While we strive for accuracy, weather conditions can change unexpectedly, so we recommend checking for updates regularly.
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