The hottest month in Dunedin is typically February, with daytime highs averaging around 18.8°C (66°F), based on 10 years of historical weather data. Overnight lows during this period average near 11°C (52°F).

What is the coldest month in Dunedin?

The coldest month in Dunedin is typically August, with overnight lows averaging around 3.5°C (38°F) and daytime highs near 11°C (52°F), based on 10 years of historical weather data.

Does Dunedin have a rainy season?

Dunedin doesn't have a sharply defined rainy season rainfall is fairly spread across the year based on 10 years of historical data. October is the wettest month on average (about 113 mm), while August is the driest (about 45 mm).

What's the best time of year to visit Dunedin?

The best time to visit Dunedin is typically January to March, when daytime highs average a comfortable 18.2°C (65°F). Rainfall during this window averages around 84 mm, one of the lighter, more comfortable stretches of the year. This is based on 10 years of historical weather data.

Atmospheric Details

Wind

34 km/h

W · Fresh Breeze · Max 35 km/h

Humidity

84 %

High · feels muggy

UV Index

Moderate

Visibility

14 km

Excellent

Pressure

1000 hPa

Low · change likely

Dew Point

2°C

Dry air

Today vs Normal

10°C-1° below normal

The long-term average high for today is 11°C.

19 of the last 28 days with published data ran above normal.

That's a break from the pattern - today's forecast runs below normal even though the recent stretch mostly ran above.

Red = above normal, blue = at or below · last 12 days

Air Quality

Good

Air quality is considered satisfactory, and air pollution poses little or no risk. It’s a good day to be active outside.

Health & Activity Advice

✅ Good for Outdoors

UV index is 4 today — moderate. Sunscreen is worth using for extended time outside, but no special precautions are needed for short trips.

Air quality is considered satisfactory, and air pollution poses little or no risk. It’s a good day to be active outside.

Conditions are comfortable for outdoor activity at most points during the day today.

It will feel cold outside — dress in layers if you're heading out.