Wellington · July
Run in the midday.
Cool month: average high 54°F, low 47°F. Humidity averages 77% — the limiting factor on most runs. Expect 17 rain days — plan around the radar. Cold mornings warm into runnable midday hours — the windows around noon catch the warmest temperatures.
Avg high / low
54° / 47°F
Humidity
77%
Rain days
17/mo
Wind
20 mph
What July feels like in Wellington
Sunrise
07:41
Mid-month average
Sunset
17:12
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Coolest, driest air of the day. The window before sunrise is the most reliable comfortable hour.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Wellington in July
The kit for July in Wellington: a long-sleeve or light jacket for the first mile, a wind-blocking layer for exposed routes, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.
July vs the surrounding months
vs June
-2° avg high
+2 rain days
Wellington in June →
July
54°F avg high
17 rain days
Best: midday
vs August
0° avg high
0 rain days
Wellington in August →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Wellington in July?+
Midday. Cold mornings warm into runnable midday hours — the windows around noon catch the warmest temperatures.
What's the average temperature in Wellington in July?+
Average high 54°F, average low 47°F.
How does July compare to surrounding months in Wellington?+
Compared to June (avg high 56°F), July is cooler. Compared to August (avg high 54°F), July is cooler.
Does it rain often in Wellington in July?+
Expect about 17 measurable rain days in July, on average.