New Zealand's Average Temperatures Year-Round

New Zealand enjoys a temperate maritime climate. National averages:

• Winter (Jun–Aug): 10–16°C (50–60°F)
• Summer (Dec–Feb): 20–25°C (68–77°F)
• Annual mean: ~13°C (55°F)

Regional variation is significant: the far north is subtropical; the deep south and alpine zones are much cooler. Coastal areas have smaller daily ranges than inland basins.