Subtropical in the North and temperate in the South. The North has no extremes of heat or cold but winter can be quite cool in the South, with snow in the mountains. The eastern areas often experience drought conditions in summer; the West, particularly in the South Island, has more rain.
Required ClothingLightweight cottons and linens are worn in the North Island most of theyear and in summer in the South Island. Mediumweights are worn duringwinter in the South Island. Rainwear is advisable throughout the year,and essential if visiting the South Island’s rainforest areas.
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