Wellington vs Auckland

Wellington and Auckland are closely matched in September. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.

Wellington is on the cooler side at 13°C, requiring warmer clothing. Auckland is also comfortable at 15°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Wellington is the stronger choice in September.

Wellington reaches an average high of 13°C (55°F) and drops to 10°C (50°F) at night during September. The daily temperature range is 3°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Auckland averages 15°C (59°F) for the high and 10°C (50°F) for the low, with a daily range of 5°C. The 2°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

Both cities are in the Southern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in September.

Wellington receives approximately 78 mm of rainfall across 12 rain days during September. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Auckland sees 93 mm over 14 rain days. That makes Wellington the drier option by 2 rain days and 15 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.