when is spring in nz

Spring in New Zealand is from September to November each year.

Quick Scoop: When is Spring in NZ?

• Meteorological spring: 1 September to 30 November (how seasons are usually defined in NZ).

• What it feels like:
  • September: start of spring, lambs, blossoms, still some chilly days.

* October–November: milder temps, more stable weather, lots of flowers and greener landscapes.

If you’re planning travel or just wondering “when does it actually feel like spring?”, most Kiwis treat September onward as spring, with some places (especially in the South Island) still feeling a bit spring‑like even into early December.

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