Christchurch weather
Rain expected now, around 32.7 mm over the next 24 hours.
Friday 23 October
Next 24 hours
Christchurch weather forecast in words
Today: Heavy rain in Christchurch today and cool, with a high of 15°C and gale-force winds (up to 66 km/h). It is 15°C right now and feels like 15°C, with humidity at 85%. Expect some rain (around 32.7 mm) for the rest of the day.
Tonight: Partly cloudy tonight with a low around 10°C. There may be some rain (around 3.7 mm) overnight.
Tomorrow: Rain tomorrow, 2° warmer than today, with temperatures between 10°C and 17°C. Expect some rain (around 19.5 mm) through the day. Humidity averages 83%.
This week: Over the next seven days Christchurch will see highs of 13–17°C and lows of 9–13°C. The warmest day looks like Saturday (17°C) and the coolest night Friday (9°C). Rain is likely on most days, heaviest on Friday (about 33 mm).
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Questions about Christchurch weather
Will it rain in Christchurch today?
Yes, rain is likely in Christchurch from about 01:00 local time, with around 32.7 mm expected over the next 24 hours.
What is the temperature in Christchurch right now?
It is 15°C in Christchurch as of 01:22 local time and feels like 15°C. Today's high is 15°C and the low is 9°C.
What is the weather forecast for Christchurch tomorrow?
Rain with a high of 17°C and a low of 10°C. About 19.5 mm of rain is expected. Winds up to 61 km/h.
Do I need an umbrella in Christchurch this week?
Yes. Rain is expected on 6 of the next 10 days, with about 75 mm in total.
What time is sunrise and sunset in Christchurch today?
Sunrise is at 07:42 and sunset is at 18:00 local time.
Is it windy in Christchurch today?
The wind is 50 km/h from the S with gusts up to 65 km/h, which is strong winds.