Barometric Pressure in Wellington, New Zealand 
1007.8 hPa
11.9 ℃
58%
7.13 m/s
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The average pressure in Wellington, New Zealand today is , which is lower than normal. Pressure is trending steady.
Weather prediction: Fairly fine, showers likely
Rapid Pressure Changes
Rapid pressure changes detected in Wellington, often a sign of approaching weather shifts. See the forecast chart or get pressure alerts.
- Rapid Rise : ()
The daily total fluctuation in pressure in Wellington is , with a low of and a high of .
Forecast
Hourly Pressure Trends
Track the barometric pressure in Wellington hour by hour across the next 6 hourly readings.
The barometric pressure in Wellington is constantly changing due to its location near the ocean and surrounding mountains. This variablility affects the weather patterns in the city.
Wellington is situated on the Cook Strait, a narrow waterway that separates the North and South Islands. This unique position exposes the city to wind and storms from the Tasman Sea.
The surrounding mountains, including the Remutaka and Tararua Ranges, block or deflect air masses, altering their direction and speed. This deflection contributes to the variability in atmospheric pressure.
The combination of marine and mountainous influences creates a complex weather system in Wellington, leading to frequent changes in weather patterns.