Weather Forecast...

AUSTRALIA (Source Australia Tourism)


PERTH, AUSTRALIA

Spring (September – November)
During spring, days are warm and sunny with average temperatures ranging from 11.7 - 23°C (53 - 73.4°F). There is little rainfall at this time of year. There is a lot of flora in spring: discover more than 12,000 species of wildflowers, which blossom in Perth’s nature reserves and national parks.

GOLD COAST AUSTRALIA

Spring (September – November)
Sunny days are followed by mild tropical evenings and average temperatures range from 16.9 - 25.4°C (62.4 - 77.7°F). Days are dry but can be windy, especially during September. 



NEW ZEALAND (Source NZ Tourism)


AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND

Auckland City Harbour
Photographer: Scott Venning
(scottv@ihug.co.nz)

The Auckland region enjoys a warm, coastal climate without any extremes of temperature.

Summers in Auckland are generally warm with high humidity, while winters are mild and damp. Plenty of rain is experienced throughout the year, but mainly in winter (June, July, August).

When visiting Auckland, it's a good idea to pack a rainproof jacket as well as sunglasses, sun hat and sunscreen during the spring and summer due to New Zealand's high UV rating.

The weather in Auckland can be changeable as the region is influenced by weakening cyclones and cold fronts, which can cause extreme conditions such as hailstorms. Due to the changeable Auckland weather conditions, it is recommended that you prepare for 'four seasons in one day'.

The average daily temperature in Auckland during the summer is 23°C (74°F), while winter temperatures are on average 14°C (57°F).

Auckland is one of New Zealand sunniest regions with 2060 annual sunshine hours. The region is also very lush, with a mean annual rainfall of 1240mm.

CHRISTCHURCH, NEW ZEALAND

Sumner Beach
Christchurch, New Zealand
Photographer: Hiroshi Nameda
(hnamechan@hotmail.com)

The city of Christchurch has a temperate, relatively dry climate with rain falling on fewer days than New Zealand's other major cities. Overall Christchurch's climate is comfortable all year round, although winter nights can be cold and frosts are common.

After a cold, frosty morning Christchurch usually enjoys a bright, sunny day with little or no wind. Warm Nor'wester winds are possible at any time of year, but usually during the summer months of December, January and February.

The average temperature of Christchurch in January is 22.5°C (72.5°F) and 11.3°C (52.3°F) in July. Temperatures in summer are often moderated by cool sea breezes, but a record temperature of 41.6°C (107°F) was reached in February 1973.

Winter temperatures often fall below 0°C (32°F) at night and there are on average 70 days of frost per year. Snow falls are usually expected once or twice a year on the hill suburbs of Christchurch and about once every second year on the plains.

Temperature Ranges:

• Summer (Dec – Feb): Daytime 21°C – 23°C
• Autumn (Mar – May): Daytime 14°C – 20°C
• Winter (Jun – Aug): Daytime 11°C – 13°C
• Spring (Sep – Nov): Daytime 15°C– 19°C

On average, Christchurch has 2100 hours of sunshine per year. The average annual rainfall for Christchurch is 648mm.