🇦🇺 Perth vs Wellington 🇳🇿

Perth, Australia vs Wellington, New Zealand — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Perth is the warmer of the two — about 7 degrees warmer on average across the year. Perth is drier, with roughly 70 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇦🇺 Perth🇳🇿 Wellington
Avg annual high23°C16°C
Hottest monthJanuary (30°C)January (20°C)
Coldest monthAugust (10°C low)July (9°C low)
Rainy days / year130200
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Best months to visitApril, May, OctoberJanuary, February, March

🇦🇺 Perth

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

🇳🇿 Wellington

Best around January, February, March. Hottest in January (20°C), coldest lows in July (9°C).

Frequently asked questions

Is Perth or Wellington warmer?

Perth is warmer overall, averaging about 7 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, Perth or Wellington?

Wellington is rainier — Perth sees about 70 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Perth vs Wellington?

Perth is best around April, May, October; Wellington is best around January, February, March.

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