🇳🇿 Auckland vs Perth 🇦🇺

Auckland, New Zealand vs Perth, Australia — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Perth is the warmer of the two — about 4 degrees warmer on average across the year. Perth is drier, with roughly 17 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇳🇿 Auckland🇦🇺 Perth
Avg annual high19°C23°C
Hottest monthJanuary (24°C)January (30°C)
Coldest monthJuly (8°C low)August (10°C low)
Rainy days / year147130
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Best months to visitFebruary, March, DecemberApril, May, October

🇳🇿 Auckland

Best around February, March, December. Hottest in January (24°C), coldest lows in July (8°C).

🇦🇺 Perth

Best around April, May, October. Hottest in January (30°C), coldest lows in August (10°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Auckland or Perth warmer?

Perth is warmer overall, averaging about 4 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Auckland or Perth?

Auckland is rainier — Perth sees about 17 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Auckland vs Perth?

Auckland is best around February, March, December; Perth is best around April, May, October.

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