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When to visit Wellington

Wellington by season: weather month by month, best time to visit, the autumn value season and the festival calendar.

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Wellington festivals & events calendar — Wellington's festival calendar: World of WearableArt, CubaDupa, Beervana, Matari

Wellington festivals & events calendar

Wellington's festival calendar: World of WearableArt, CubaDupa, Beervana, Matariki and the arts festival — what happens when, and how to plan around it.
Wellington in autumn — Wellington in autumn (March-May): 18-25°C days, thinning crowds, lower prices an

Wellington in autumn

Wellington in autumn (March-May): 18-25°C days, thinning crowds, lower prices and the Botanic Garden's best foliage — the season locals recommend first.
Wellington in spring — Wellington in spring (September-November): warming days, changeable rain and the

Wellington in spring

Wellington in spring (September-November): warming days, changeable rain and the year's strongest winds, alongside longer daylight and thinner crowds.
Wellington in summer — Wellington in summer (December-February): 18-25°C days, the calmest stretch of t

Wellington in summer

Wellington in summer (December-February): 18-25°C days, the calmest stretch of the windy city's year, peak crowds and prices, and the best outdoor season.
Wellington in winter — Wellington in winter (June-August): 8-14°C, rain and stronger winds, but 30-40%

Wellington in winter

Wellington in winter (June-August): 8-14°C, rain and stronger winds, but 30-40% lower prices — a realistic look at whether the budget season is worth it.