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Today weather in New Zealand
Friday, 15th May 2026
12°
Patchy rain possible
A slightly cool ambiance awaits New Zealand on today, with temperatures hovering between 6 °C in the morning and 12 °C in the afternoon. Winds will remain calm Today, meandering around 5 km/h. Rain is highly likely at 88%, but with light accumulations around 0.11 mm.
12° / 6°
Temp
88%
Rain
5 km/h
Wind
81%
Humidity
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New Zealand hourly forecast for today
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| temperatures | 7.2° | 6° | 6.7° | 6.6° | 6.4° | 6.3° | 6.3° | 6.2° | Sunrise | 6.2° | 8° | 9.7° | 10.7° | 11.4° | 11.8° | 12.1° | 12.1° | 11.8° | 11.2° | Sunset | 10.8° | 10.8° | 10.7° | 10.3° | 10.3° | 10.2° | |
| wind speed | 3 km/h | 4 km/h | 1 km/h | 1 km/h | 1 km/h | 1 km/h | 3 km/h | 4 km/h | 5 km/h | 5 km/h | 4 km/h | 3 km/h | 1 km/h | 2 km/h | 3 km/h | 3 km/h | 2 km/h | 2 km/h | 2 km/h | 3 km/h | 4 km/h | 5 km/h | 5 km/h | 6 km/h | |||
| wind degree | 288° | 282° | 272° | 277° | 234° | 228° | 235° | 260° | 260° | 256° | 250° | 230° | 168° | 128° | 132° | 126° | 151° | 182° | 207° | 223° | 228° | 240° | 236° | 225° | |||
| wind direction | WNW | WNW | W | W | SW | SW | SW | W | W | WSW | WSW | SW | SSE | SE | SE | SE | SSE | S | SSW | SW | SW | WSW | WSW | SW | |||
| 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 | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 65% | 61% | 84% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 63% | 64% | 63% | 88% | 86% | 68% | |||
| 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 | 91% | 100% | 92% | 92% | 92% | 92% | 93% | 93% | 93% | 89% | 82% | 78% | 75% | 72% | 69% | 68% | 68% | 70% | 71% | 71% | 71% | 73% | 73% | 74% | |||
| dew point | 5.8° | 5.6° | 5.5° | 5.4° | 5.3° | 5.2° | 5.2° | 5.1° | 5.1° | 6.3° | 6.8° | 7.1° | 7.1° | 6.9° | 6.6° | 6.4° | 6.2° | 5.9° | 5.8° | 5.8° | 5.7° | 5.7° | 5.7° | 5.7° | |||
| visibility | 10 km | 0.2 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 | 18% | 60% | 20% | 22% | 25% | 28% | 31% | 34% | 37% | 56% | 68% | 78% | 82% | 87% | 79% | 79% | 91% | 86% | 77% | 93% | 97% | 96% | 93% | 85% | |||
| UV | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.4 | 0.9 | 1.6 | 2 | 2 | 1.5 | 0.9 | 0.3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Weather in New Zealand today
The temperature today in New Zealand is expected to be typical for this time of year, with a forecast of 12 °C, closely aligning with the historical average for 15th of May.
temperatures
12 °C
rain
0.1 mm
wind
5 km/h
UV
Low
New Zealand daylight overview ☀️
Today in New Zealand, The sun rises at 07:36 and sets at 17:15, giving a total daylight duration of 9 hours and 39 minutes.
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The weather today in New Zealand - FAQ
What is the maximum temperature for today in New Zealand?
The maximum temperature for today in New Zealand is expected to be 12° degrees. Please dress accordingly to stay comfortable throughout the day.
Will it rain today in New Zealand? 🌧️
Yes, there is a 88% chance of rain in New Zealand today. We recommend carrying an umbrella or rain gear to stay dry.
What will be the wind speed today in New Zealand? 🌀
The wind in New Zealand is expected to blow at 5 km/h. This could affect outdoor activities, so plan accordingly.
How should I dress for the weather in New Zealand today?
Given the forecast of 12 °C with a 88% 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 New Zealand today.
What is the sunrise and sunset time for New Zealand today?
The sun is expected to rise at 07:36 and set at 17:15 in New Zealand.
How accurate is the weather forecast New Zealand today? ✅
New Zealand 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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