In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Palmerston North ranges from 2.4 - 3.5 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.5 in. March is typically the driest time to visit Palmerston North when rainfall is around 2.4 in.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to Palmerston North, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 64.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 48.2 F).
The temperate nature of the city’s climate makes Palmerston North a suitable destination for any seasonal holiday. However, from December to March temperatures are higher and the days are warmer and dryer than the middle of the year between June and August.
The rainy season falls between June and August, making this a less attractive time to visit for many tourists. As a result, accommodation is usually much cheaper at this time of the year.
Palmy has its own bus network which provides regular services throughout the city area and between other local towns, including Ashhurst, Foxton and Castlecliff. Buses also run between the city and Wellington in the south.