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Exploring West Head

The city of West Head has some interesting things to see and do. Popular attractions in and around West Head include:

• Queen Charlotte Walkway
• Waikawa Marina
• Picton Harbour
• Picton Ferry Terminal
• Kenepuru Sounds
• Pelorus Sound
• Dryden Bay

When arranging your West Head getaway, you can also use ebookers to search for a convenient flight into Picton (PCN) Airport. You can narrow down your search by number of stops, airline or time of departure to find the one that works best for you.

When is the Best Time to Explore West Head?

If you're wondering when is the best time of year to travel to West Head, you might find this info about seasonal weather helpful when you are organising your getaway. The warmest months in West Head are typically February and January, whereas the coldest months are usually July and August. The months with the most rain are June and July, whereas January and March have the least.

Here's an overview 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 19°C and at night it is 14°C. Seasonal average rainfall is 187 mm.
• If you visit between April and June, you can expect an average temp of 16°C during the day and 10°C at night. Average rainfall during this season is 284 mm.
• The daytime average temp from July to September is 13°C and the night-time average is 9°C. Average precipitation for this season is 271 mm.
• Between October and December, the average temp during the day is 17°C and 11°C at night. Seasonal average rain is 244 mm.
• The annual rainfall average in West Head is 986 mm.