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Park climate1991–2020 climate normals12 m source elevationNASA POWER

Twelve-month atmospheric overview based on long-term climate averages at a representative coordinate.

Hen and Chicken Islands Monthly Climate Normals: Temperature, Precipitation, and Wind Data

This profile details the annual climate rhythm for Hen and Chicken Islands, New Zealand, using NASA POWER data from 1991 to 2020. Observations include monthly average mean, maximum, and minimum temperatures alongside daily precipitation rates, relative humidity, wind speed, and daylight duration. These metrics reflect conditions at a single representative coordinate at an elevation of 12.03 meters, providing a consistent reference for the local environment.

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Annual climate pattern

Long term monthly averages tracking thermal ranges and daily precipitation rates across twelve months

Hen and Chicken Islands Annual Climate Normals, Monthly Temperature and Precipitation Patterns

Average temperatures across Hen and Chicken Islands range from winter lows near 13.5 degrees Celsius to summer highs reaching nearly 23.9 degrees Celsius based on multi-year coordinates. Alongside these thermal shifts, average daily precipitation rates vary across the calendar year according to recorded baseline climatology.
Mean temperatureAverage minimum–maximum rangePrecipitation
Temperature (°C)PrecipitationUp to 3.5 mm/day10°15°20°25°20°21°20°18°17°15°14°14°14°15°16°18°012341.822.22.52.833.53.32.621.82.1JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Annual mean
16.7 °C
Warmest month
February
Coolest month
August
Wettest month
July
Twelve-month climate

Examine long-term monthly temperature bounds, average daily precipitation, humidity, wind speed, and calculated daylight across the calendar year.

Hen and Chicken Islands Weather by Month: Twelve Month Climate Comparison

Reviewing all twelve monthly records provides a complete climatological baseline for average temperature and precipitation across the calendar year. Tracking relative humidity, wind speed, and calculated daylight hours at this representative coordinate reveals distinct seasonal shifts.
Mean temperaturePrecipitationHumidityWind speedDaylight
January19.8 °C16.4° to 23.4°1.8 mm/day77.5%6 m/s14.1 hours
February20.6 °C17.6° to 23.9°2 mm/day77.6%5.9 m/s13.3 hours
March19.8 °C16.7° to 22.8°2.2 mm/day76.4%6.3 m/s12.2 hours
April18.3 °C14.7° to 21.4°2.5 mm/day77.1%6.4 m/s11.1 hours
May16.6 °C12.8° to 19.6°2.8 mm/day77.6%7.2 m/s10.1 hours
June14.8 °C11.2° to 18°3 mm/day78.3%7.7 m/s9.6 hours
July13.8 °C10.4° to 16.7°3.5 mm/day78.8%7.8 m/s9.8 hours
August13.5 °C10.4° to 16.4°3.3 mm/day79.1%7.5 m/s10.7 hours
September14.1 °C10.8° to 17.2°2.6 mm/day79.7%7.1 m/s11.8 hours
October15 °C11.7° to 18.4°2 mm/day79.1%7.1 m/s13 hours
November16.4 °C13.1° to 20.1°1.8 mm/day77.9%6.9 m/s13.9 hours
December18.3 °C14.9° to 22°2.1 mm/day78.7%6.3 m/s14.4 hours
Calculated climate highlights

Warmest, coolest, wettest, and windiest periods derived from twelve long term monthly averages

Calculated Monthly Climate Highlights and Comparative Extremes for Hen and Chicken Islands

Calculated monthly normals identify the warmest, coolest, wettest, and windiest periods derived from long term averages at a single coordinate for Hen and Chicken Islands. These comparative metrics summarize annual patterns in temperature, precipitation, humidity, wind, and daylight without representing observed weather records.
Warmest month
February20.6 °C
Coolest month
August13.5 °C
Wettest month
July3.5 mm/day
Driest month
January1.8 mm/day
Most humid month
September79.7%
Windiest month
July7.8 m/s
Longest daylight
December14.4 hours

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Compare National Park Climate Data Through an Interactive Global Map

Visit the MoriAtlas climate map to compare long-term monthly temperature and precipitation metrics across national parks. This visual interface helps you understand seasonal variations at specific protected area coordinates to deepen your knowledge of global park geography and environmental characteristics.

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Comparing Hen and Chicken Islands Climate Profiles with Other Protected Areas

Examine long-term monthly normals across different protected areas to understand wide atmospheric contrast and regional geographic variation. Standardized baseline records provide clear analytical pathways for evaluating annual temperature cycles and precipitation rhythms across varying terrain.
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Climate profileNew Zealand

Motuora

Annual mean
16.2 °C
Warmest month
February
Wettest month
July
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Continue exploring the protected volcanic landscapes and offshore sanctuary boundaries of the Hen and Chicken Islands through the MoriAtlas mapping suite. This detailed resource provides essential context on the archipelago, its rugged terrain, and its role as a cornerstone of conservation in New Zealand. Gain a clearer understanding of the islands as a singular geographic entity.

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