Christchurch in Summer — Weather & What to Expect
Summer in Christchurch (December, January, February) averages daytime highs of 20.6°C and lows of 12.9°C, with around 191.5mm of rain across the season (27 rainy days in total). It includes some of the best months of the year to visit (December, January, February).
In the southern hemisphere, summer in Christchurch covers December, January, February.
Summer in Christchurch month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Rainy days | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December | 19.7°C | 12.1°C | 84.7mm | 11 | 10/10 |
| January | 21.1°C | 13.3°C | 28.8mm | 7 | 10/10 |
| February | 21.1°C | 13.4°C | 78.0mm | 9 | 10/10 |
What to pack for Christchurch in summer
- Warm layers
- Light jacket or fleece
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Light waterproof layer
- Light layers
- Sunscreen
- T-shirts and light trousers or shorts
Frequently Asked Questions
Is summer a good time to visit Christchurch?
Summer in Christchurch rates around 10/10 — excellent time to visit. Average highs are 20.6°C with 191.5mm of rain across the season.
How hot is Christchurch in summer?
Daytime highs average 20.6°C (69.1°F) across December, January, February, with nights around 12.9°C.
What months are summer in Christchurch?
Christchurch is in the southern hemisphere, so summer covers December, January, February.
See also: best time to visit Christchurch · Christchurch annual climate · Christchurch in spring · Christchurch in autumn · Christchurch in winter
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Summer in Christchurch — what to pack
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Climate data sourced from Open-Meteo (open source, open data licence). Monthly averages calculated from 2020–2023 historical data. Weather can be unpredictable — always check a live forecast before travelling.