Climate

Typical summer maximum air temperatures range from 22 to 26 degrees celsius, but seldom exceed 30. Winter daytime air temperatures range from 12 to 17 degrees, with the occasional overnight temperature producing a ground frost, although usually only on low lying inland areas.

There are about 2000 hours of sunshine every year.

Average annual rainfall is 1,500mm. There are variations within the district with coastal areas receiving about 900mm and some of the higher hill country getting over 2,000mm.