About Rakaia, Canterbury's Climate & Weather History

With a population of around 1,700, Rakaia sits in Canterbury, New Zealand. The city operates in the New Zealand time zone.

In 2025, Rakaia recorded an average annual temperature of 53°F. The hottest temperatures reached 83°F in March; the coolest were 30°F in July. Total precipitation for the year was 41 inches, with the wettest month being April. Snowfall for the year totaled approximately 1 inches.