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Christchurch in November
Christchurch warms up: highs climb to 67°F (19°C), from 62°F in October, with lows of 46°F (8°C) and about 2.7 in (68 mm) of rain.
November opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 84/100 (4th of 12).
- Avg high
- 67°F (19°C)
- Avg low
- 46°F (8°C)
- Rain
- 2.7 in (68 mm)
- Humidity
- 73%
- Cloud cover
- 68%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 34 min
- Comfort score
- 84/100 · Great
What November feels like
Highs near 67°F (19°C) make for comfortable sightseeing weather.
Nights cool to an average low of 46°F (8°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 2.7 in (68 mm).
Plan around November
November is one of Christchurch's best months on the climate data.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: November – April.
- Comfort improves from 79/100 in October to 84/100.
- November sits inside the Nov – Mar window our South Island Alps & Fiords route recommends.
What to pack for November
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 46°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 2.7 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Christchurch in November
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Punting on the Avon
Flat-bottom punt ride on the Avon River past the gardens, poled by a guide.
Why now November scores 84/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
International Antarctic Centre
Antarctic exhibits with a storm room, blue penguins and Hägglund rides, near the airport.
Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetū
Free gallery with New Zealand and Māori art in a glass-fronted building.
Christchurch Gondola
Gondola up the Port Hills for views over Lyttelton Harbour and the Southern Alps.
C1 Espresso
Café in the old High Street post office that delivers sliders by pneumatic tube.
Why now Highs near 67°F and 2.7 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Nearby in November
- Aoraki / Mount Cook in November~128 mi · highs 52°F, 6.8 in rain · 8°C (15°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Queenstown in November~222 mi · highs 62°F, 4.3 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Milford Sound in November~247 mi · highs 58°F, 7.0 in rain · 5°C (9°F) cooler by day, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Christchurch in November: quick answers
Is November a good time to visit Christchurch?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 84/100. Expect highs of 67°F (19°C) and 2.7 in (68 mm) of rain. November is inside the Nov – Mar window our South Island Alps & Fiords route recommends.
How hot is Christchurch in November?
Average highs are 67°F (19°C) and average lows 46°F (8°C), making it the 5th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Christchurch in November?
Some: about 2.7 in (68 mm) of rain falls across November on average, the 5th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 33.3 in (845 mm).
What should I pack for Christchurch in November?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 46°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 2.7 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Christchurch
Routes in season in November
- South Island Alps & Fiords Nov – Mar
Planning Christchurch in November?
Share this November plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.