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When is the Best Time to Explore Nelson?

If you're curious when is the best time of year to travel to Nelson, you might find this info about seasonal weather useful when you are planning your trip. The warmest months in Nelson are typically July and August, whereas the coldest months are usually January and February. The months with the most rain are May and August, whereas January and February have the least.

Here's a rundown on how much rain you can expect and what the temperatures are going to be like:

• From January to March, the average daytime temperature is 13°C and at night it is -6°C. Seasonal average rainfall is 97 mm.
• If you visit between April and June, you can expect an average temp of 30°C during the day and 6°C at night. Average rainfall during this season is 365 mm.
• The daytime average temp from July to September is 32°C and the night-time average is 15°C. Average precipitation for this season is 266 mm.
• Between October and December, the average temp during the day is 19°C and -4°C at night. Seasonal average rain is 136 mm.
• The annual rainfall average in Nelson is 864 mm.