Nelson Lakes National Park
- Annual mean
- 6.6 °C
- Warmest month
- February
- Wettest month
- June
Representative annual temperature, precipitation, and daylight cycles for the Marlborough Region protected landscape
Review the long-term monthly climate profile for Mount Richmond Forest Park based on 1991 to 2020 averages at a representative coordinate. This detailed dataset tracks mean temperatures, average daily precipitation rates, relative humidity, wind speeds, and daylight hours throughout the calendar year. These figures characterize the typical atmospheric rhythm at a 548-meter elevation, providing a foundation for understanding the annual climate cycle within this New Zealand landscape.
Long-term monthly averages tracking thermal variation and daily precipitation rates across the year
Compare average temperature bounds, daily precipitation rates, humidity, wind, and calculated daylight across the calendar year.
| Mean temperature | Precipitation | Humidity | Wind speed | Daylight | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15.6 °C5.3° to 26.6° | 2.5 mm/day | 70.7% | 2.6 m/s | 14.6 hours |
| February | 15.9 °C6.1° to 26.9° | 2.3 mm/day | 70% | 2.3 m/s | 13.6 hours |
| March | 13.6 °C4.4° to 24.3° | 2.4 mm/day | 74.8% | 2.4 m/s | 12.3 hours |
| April | 10.5 °C1.8° to 20° | 2.9 mm/day | 81.7% | 2.3 m/s | 10.9 hours |
| May | 7.9 °C-0.1° to 16.2° | 3 mm/day | 87.3% | 2.4 m/s | 9.7 hours |
| June | 5.4 °C-1.8° to 12.6° | 3.5 mm/day | 90.4% | 2.5 m/s | 9.1 hours |
| July | 4.5 °C-2.1° to 11.2° | 3 mm/day | 90.4% | 2.4 m/s | 9.3 hours |
| August | 5.4 °C-1.9° to 13.2° | 2.9 mm/day | 88.6% | 2.4 m/s | 10.4 hours |
| September | 7.1 °C-1° to 15.7° | 2.9 mm/day | 85.2% | 2.6 m/s | 11.8 hours |
| October | 9.1 °C0.2° to 18.5° | 2.9 mm/day | 81.9% | 2.8 m/s | 13.2 hours |
| November | 11 °C1.6° to 21° | 2.4 mm/day | 77.6% | 2.8 m/s | 14.4 hours |
| December | 13.7 °C4.2° to 23.7° | 3 mm/day | 74.7% | 2.6 m/s | 15 hours |
Comparative monthly normals for temperature, precipitation, humidity, wind, and daylight duration.
Interactive climate 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.
Explore long-term monthly climate normals across diverse protected landscapes and geographic settings.



Access detailed mapping and landscape analysis of Mount Richmond Forest Park through the MoriAtlas collection. Investigate the complex topography, forested catchments, and regional mountain geography that characterize this significant New Zealand reserve and its role within the northern South Island conservation network.