Wellington Weather Today & 7 Day Forecast

Looking for the latest Wellington weather? Here’s a quick, easy-to-read forecast for today, tomorrow and the next 7 days - including rain, wind and the best times to get out around the city this week.

If you’re planning your week, this is your go-to snapshot before locking in outdoor plans, events, walks, markets or a catch-up over coffee.

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⚡ Today at a Glance (Sunday 12 April – Midday Update)

🌡️ 20°C / 16°C
🌧️ Rain risk: Increasing this afternoon and evening
💨 Wind: Light to moderate
🌤️ Conditions: Cloud building, still mild

Quick take:
A decent start to Sunday across Wellington, but conditions are turning. Expect cloud to thicken through the afternoon with rain likely developing later, so it’s a good idea to get outdoor plans done earlier in the day.

Wellington Weather Right Now

Current temperature: ~18–19°C
Conditions: Mostly cloudy
Feels like: Mild with light winds
Today’s high / low: 20°C / 16°C

Wellington is sitting in a mild but increasingly overcast pattern, with rain expected to move in later this afternoon or evening.

Wellington 7 Day Forecast

Sun 12 Apr: 20°C / 16°C - Cloud increasing with rain developing later.
Mon 13 Apr: 19°C / 15°C - Mostly cloudy with a few showers possible.
Tue 14 Apr: 19°C / 14°C - Mixed cloud and sun with light winds.
Wed 15 Apr: 19°C / 14°C - Cloudy spells with a chance of light showers.
Thu 16 Apr: 18°C / 13°C - Partly cloudy with light winds.
Fri 17 Apr: 18°C / 13°C - Mostly settled with some sun.
Sat 18 Apr: 19°C / 14°C - Mild with a mix of sun and cloud.

🔥 WellyBuzz Weekend Weather Summary

Saturday
9/10 for getting out and about.
A beauty of a day - mild, sunny and ideal for anything outdoors.

Sunday
3/10 for outdoor plans.
Conditions have turned, with rain now setting in across Wellington. Best to lean indoor for the rest of the day.

Best outdoor window
Saturday (already passed)

🧠 What to Watch This Week

Rain most likely: Sunday afternoon into Monday

Breeziest periods: Generally light to moderate this week

Best days to get outside: Tuesday through Saturday

A more settled pattern returns after Monday, with several decent windows to get out and about later in the week.

Planning Your Week in Wellington

Best days for outdoor plans
Tuesday
Friday
Saturday

Best days for indoor plans
Sunday
Monday

Best days for flexible plans
Wednesday
Thursday

Wellington weather can shift quickly, so the safest approach is to take advantage of the clearer mid-to-late week windows and keep backup plans in place early in the week.

Weather Across Greater Wellington

Conditions can vary slightly depending on where you are:

Porirua
Often a bit more exposed to wind than central Wellington.

Lower Hutt
Can feel warmer and more sheltered, especially on calmer days.

Kāpiti Coast
Can be sunnier than Wellington but still exposed depending on wind direction.

Wairarapa
Typically warmer during the day with cooler nights.

If you’re heading out of the city, it’s always worth checking the local forecast as well.

FAQs

What is the weather in Wellington today?
Wellington is currently mild and mostly cloudy, around 18–19°C, with rain expected to develop later this afternoon or evening.

What is the Wellington weather forecast for tomorrow?
Monday looks mostly cloudy with a few showers possible and a high around 19°C.

What is the 7 day forecast for Wellington?
The week starts unsettled with showers Sunday and Monday, followed by a more stable and mild pattern through the rest of the week.

Is Wellington windy this week?
Winds are generally lighter than usual, with mostly light to moderate conditions.

When is the best day to go out in Wellington this week?
Tuesday through Saturday offer the best conditions for outdoor plans.

Planning Around Wellington Weather

If you’re planning your week around the weather, the key takeaway is simple:

  • Lock in outdoor plans for Friday or Saturday

  • Keep Sunday flexible

  • Always have a backup option - classic Wellington

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