Will it rain in
Auckland today?
Live hourly rain forecast and run verdict for Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand.
Running in Auckland means experiencing four seasons in one run — the City of Sails is famously unpredictable. Whether it's a squally shower off the Hauraki Gulf, a humid morning around the Domain, or a breezy harbour-side run, knowing whether to head out before you lace up matters. RainOrRun checks live conditions in Auckland right now and gives you an instant verdict — plus the best hourly window if the weather's on the fence. We'll also recommend the right gear for whatever Auckland's maritime weather is throwing at you today.
What to wear
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How often does it rain in Auckland?
Auckland records around 1206mm of rain a year, spread across about 153 days — roughly 42% of all days, or 13 days in an average month. In practice that makes rain a regular feature of running in Auckland rather than an exception — close to one day in two. A decent waterproof and a peaked cap earn their place in the kit bag year-round.
The wettest month is July, averaging 117mm across about 13 rainy days. The driest is December, with 86mm over roughly 14 days. Even in August, average lows stay around 9.5°C, so cold is rarely the limiting factor here. Summer highs peak around 23°C in February, comfortable for most daytime running.
Those are ten-year averages, not a forecast. What actually matters on the day is the next twelve hours — which is what the live verdict and hourly strip at the top of this page are for.
| Month | Rainfall | Rainy days | Avg high | Avg low |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 88mm | 11 | 22.8°C | 17.6°C |
| February | 108mm | 11 | 23°C | 17.8°C |
| March | 92mm | 11 | 21.7°C | 16.5°C |
| April | 93mm | 11 | 19.5°C | 14.7°C |
| May | 96mm | 13 | 17.2°C | 12.5°C |
| June | 96mm | 12 | 15.2°C | 10.9°C |
| July | 117mm | 13 | 14.3°C | 9.7°C |
| August | 115mm | 15 | 14.5°C | 9.5°C |
| September | 107mm | 15 | 15.4°C | 10.6°C |
| October | 101mm | 13 | 16.9°C | 12°C |
| November | 107mm | 14 | 19°C | 13.7°C |
| December | 86mm | 14 | 21.2°C | 16.1°C |
Historical data: Open-Meteo archive, 2015–2024. A “rainy day” means at least 1mm of precipitation.
Running in Auckland: common questions
Will it rain in Auckland today?
The forecast card at the top of this page shows Auckland's rain probability for the current hour, plus an hour-by-hour breakdown for the rest of the day, using live Open-Meteo data. Historically, Auckland sees rain on about 153 days a year, so on any given day there is roughly a 42% chance of some rain falling.
Is it a good day to run in Auckland?
RainOrRun scores the live Auckland forecast on rain probability, rainfall amount, temperature, wind speed and severe weather, then returns a single verdict: Go, Maybe, or Don't Bother. A Maybe means conditions are borderline and it is worth picking your window rather than skipping the run.
What is the best time to run in Auckland today?
The hourly strip above highlights the best single window of the day for Auckland — the hour combining the lowest rain probability with the most comfortable temperature. You can also check up to eight days ahead using the date picker if you are planning a long run or a race.
What should I wear running in Auckland today?
The gear section on this page updates with the live Auckland forecast: a waterproof jacket and peaked cap when rain probability goes above 40%, a thermal base layer and gloves below 8 degrees Celsius, and a high-vis vest when wind or low light make you harder to see.
What is the wettest month in Auckland?
July is the wettest month in Auckland, averaging 117mm of rain across about 13 rainy days. December is the driest, with around 86mm over roughly 14 days. Figures are ten-year averages covering 2015 to 2024.
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