Christchurch today: weather, sun and moon
- Best time to fish 3:00–5:00 pm average day · 6/10
- Water 59 °F
- Wind · air 2 mph · 55 °F from the ESE, gusts 15 · light drizzle
- Sun 6:17 am–8:11 pm 13 h 54 min of daylight
- Moon 89% waning gibbous
- Pressure 29.35 inHg rising · steady tomorrow
- Major solunar period 2:56–4:56 pm today's activity: high
- Spring tides Oct 27–29 full moon · with perigee
Today, Thursday, October 29, in Christchurch the sun rises at 6:17 am and sets at 8:11 pm: 13 h 54 min of daylight. The moon is 89% illuminated (waning gibbous). Major solunar periods run from 2:24 am to 4:24 am and from 2:56 pm to 4:56 pm. The next spring tides arrive from October 27 to 29. There's a light air from the east-southeast (2 mph). Light drizzle, 55 °F.
Fishing in Christchurch today
Best time to fish
Solunar activity today: high- Major period 2:56–4:56 pm
- Steady pressure (29.32 inHg) and light onshore wind (10 mph)
- Waning gibbous: a bit more activity than at the quarters
Your day at a glance
The best window, 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm, combines a major period and a light onshore breeze. Also good from 5:50 am to 7:00 am, with sunrise and falling pressure. Also good from 7:30 pm to 8:30 pm, with sunset and a light onshore breeze.
Species with the most records nearby: tope shark, Chinook salmon and yellowtail amberjack. What you can catch
We don't show the tide for Christchurch, so it doesn't count in the rating. How it works · Next 7 days · Fishing rules
Tides in Christchurch
Tides in Christchurch: not available yet
There is no tide station near Christchurch, and we can't rely on the global tide model on this coast: for now we don't show its tide.
Meanwhile, see the tide in Bromley · 3.5 mi
The sun, moon, solunar periods and spring tides on this page do apply to this place.
The sea at Christchurch
Sea state
The wave model doesn't reach Christchurch: it's on inland water (an estuary, sound or sheltered bay) or far from the open sea. Wind is still available right here.
Wind on the coast and offshore
Onshore wind. The coast faces east and the wind blows straight in from the sea: more surf and backwash at the shore, and bait and boats drift toward land.
Water temperature
Water temperature →Water temperature changes how fish behave: in very cold or very warm water they feed less. The water is steady these days, with no sudden changes.
Water warmer than normal for late October (+4.0 °F).
Water temperature →Forecast from Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0) with models from ECMWF, NOAA, Météo-France, DWD, Copernicus Marine and CAMS. Updated at 9:55 am (local time).
Weather in Christchurch
Now in Christchurch
- Low / high
- 44 / 55 °F
- Rain
- 0.26 in · 99%
- Clouds
- 89%
- Humidity
- 72%
- Dew pointDew point
- 46 °F
- Visibility
- 15 mi
- UV indexUV
- 2 · low
- Air qualityAir
- Fair · 21
- Saharan dust
- No
Pressure and fishing
- ↗ RisingRising · now Anglers say fish bite less for a while
- → SteadySteady Anglers expect normal activity
- ↘ FallingFalling Anglers say fish feed more before the change
Rising now (+0.05 inHg in 3 hours). Over the next 48 hours: +0.78 inHg. Rising pressure: anglers say fish bite less for a while. Fast changes, either way, tend to affect fishing.
Today, hour by hourHour by hour
Bars: mean wind. Dashed line: gusts. Arrows point where the wind blows to.
| Time | 12:00 am | 3:00 am | 6:00 am | 9:00 am | 12:00 pm | 3:00 pm | 6:00 pm | 9:00 pm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sky | Overcast | Partly cloudy | Light drizzle | Light drizzle | Heavy drizzle | Drizzle | Light drizzle | Light drizzle |
| Temperature | 53° | 54° | 53° | 55° | 55° | 55° | 52° | 46° |
| Wind (mph) | 7 NNW | 7 NW | 9 W | 1 SW | 5 E | 9 NE | 9 ENE | 3 SE |
| Gusts | 23 | 24 | 21 | 15 | 19 | 23 | 22 | 21 |
| Rain | 0.00 in | 0.00 in | 0.01 in | 0.00 in | 0.04 in | 0.02 in | 0.01 in | 0.01 in |
- 9:00 am 55° 1 SW
- 12:00 pm 55° 5 E
- 3:00 pm 55° 9 NE
- 6:00 pm 52° 9 ENE
- 9:00 pm 46° 3 SE
- 12:00 am 43° 2 NW
- 3:00 am 40° 4 NW
- 6:00 am 42° 6 NNW
Next 14 daysComing days
| Day | Sky | Low / high | Max wind |
|---|---|---|---|
| Today · 29 | 44 / 55 °F | 10 mph NNE | |
| Fri 30 | 40 / 61 °F | 22 mph SW | |
| Sat 31 | 39 / 60 °F | 14 mph NE | |
| Sun 1 | 44 / 69 °F | 17 mph NW | |
| Mon 2 | 57 / 71 °F | 30 mph NNW | |
| Tue 3 | 52 / 71 °F | 10 mph SSW | |
| Wed 4 | 52 / 76 °F | 7 mph NNE | |
| Thu 5 | 58 / 74 °F | 15 mph NNE | |
| Fri 6 | 56 / 65 °F | 13 mph SW | |
| Sat 7 | 54 / 62 °F | 10 mph ENE | |
| Sun 8 | 51 / 72 °F | 16 mph S | |
| Mon 9 | 47 / 55 °F | 13 mph SSE | |
| Tue 10 | 47 / 64 °F | 11 mph NE | |
| Wed 11 | 50 / 76 °F | 13 mph SW |
- Fri 30 Light drizzle 40° / 61° 22 mph
- Sat 31 Overcast 39° / 60° 14 mph
- Sun 1 Overcast 44° / 69° 17 mph
- Mon 2 Drizzle 57° / 71° 30 mph
- Tue 3 Light drizzle 52° / 71° 10 mph
- Wed 4 Light drizzle 52° / 76° 7 mph
- Thu 5 Drizzle 58° / 74° 15 mph
Each day comes from the best model covering this spot: regional ones first (HRRR and NBM in the U.S., AROME, ICON-EU), then ECMWF; day 16, NOAA GFS. Waves: Météo-France up to day 10, then ECMWF WAM, coarser and further offshore.
- The models Partly agree · medium confidence: unsure about wind tomorrow. See the models →
- Outlook Next few weeks, compared with normal: a bit warmer and normal rain. See the outlook →
- Normal Today, cooler than normal for late October (−9.0 °F; normal high: 64 °F). Climate by month →
Forecast from Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0) with models from ECMWF, NOAA, Météo-France, DWD, Copernicus Marine and CAMS. Updated at 9:55 am (local time).
The sun in Christchurch
Sunrise and sunset
- First light 5:08 am
- Full dark 9:19 pm
- Civil dawn 5:46 am
- Civil dusk 8:42 pm
- Solar noon 1:13 pm (60° high)
- Daylight 13 h 54 min (+3 min)
- Evening golden hour 7:31 pm
- Full dark 9:19 pm
Golden hour and the day-night map
Today the sun is 92,347,172 mi away and looks 32′ 11″ across.
The moon in Christchurch
Moon phase and position
Today the moon is 226,442 mi away and looks 32′ 47″ across.
Solunar periods
Today's activity: high- 2:24–4:24 am Major · the moon passes overhead · high activity
- 2:56–4:56 pm Major · the moon passes underfoot · high activity
- 7:08–8:08 am Minor · moonset · medium activity
- 11:49 pm–12:49 am Minor · moonrise · medium activity
According to solunar theory, fish feed more when the moon passes overhead or underfoot (major periods, about 2 h) and when it rises or sets (minor periods, 1 h). It works best around new and full moon.
Upcoming moon phases
2026 moon calendar →- Last quarter Mon, Nov 2 · 9:29 amNov 2 in 4 days
- New moon Mon, Nov 9 · 8:03 pmNov 9 in 11 days
- First quarter Wed, Nov 18 · 12:48 amNov 18 in 20 days
- Full moon Wed, Nov 25 · 3:54 amNov 25 in 27 days
Perigee on October 29, 226,426 mi away, coinciding with the spring tides from October 27 to 29: they will be stronger than usual.
Where to fish in Christchurch
Piers, ramps and tackle shops nearby
Map: OpenFreeMap · © OpenMapTiles · © OpenStreetMap contributors
- New Brighton Pier 5.3 mi
- Govenor's Bay Jetty 6.3 mi
- Jetty 4.6 mi
- Jetty 5.1 mi
- Boat ramp 1.6 mi
- Boat ramp 4.2 mi
- Boat ramp 4.9 mi
- Te Ana Marina - Dampier Bay 6.3 mi
- Lyttelton Harbour / Whakaraupō 8.3 mi
- Fishermans Loft 1.1 mi
- Complete Angler 3.0 mi
- Anglers Warehouse 3.2 mi
Within 9.3 mi. A spot may be missing or closed. Open the map on OpenStreetMap · Missing one? Add it to OpenStreetMap
Spots: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL) and Overture Maps.
Tides near ChristchurchTides nearby
- Aranui3.8 mi
- Burwood4.1 mi
- Mount Pleasant4.6 mi
- Parklands4.7 mi
- South New Brighton5.0 mi
- Heathcote Valley5.0 mi
- New Brighton5.1 mi
- New Brighton North5.2 mi
- Redcliffs5.5 mi
- Rapaki5.6 mi
Christchurch at a glance
- Town or city of about 419,200 people. Coordinates: 43.533° S, 172.633° E.
- Its coast faces east.
Questions about ChristchurchQuestions
What time is sunset today in Christchurch?
At 8:11 pm. There is light until the end of civil twilight, at 8:42 pm.
What time is sunrise tomorrow in Christchurch?
At 6:15 am. First light comes at 5:07 am.
What phase is the moon today?
Waning gibbous, 89% illuminated. New moon on Mon, Nov 9 · 8:03 pm.
When are the next spring tides?
From October 27 to 29, together with the lunar perigee: they will be stronger than usual.
What are today's solunar periods?
Major 2:24–4:24 am, Minor 7:08–8:08 am, Major 2:56–4:56 pm, Minor 11:49 pm–12:49 am. Today's activity is high.
What's the weather like today in Christchurch?
Heavy drizzle, from 44 °F to 55 °F, with a light air from the east-southeast (2 mph) and a 99% chance of rain.
When is the best time to visit Christchurch?
The best time to visit Christchurch is from January to February: highs of 72 °F, about 7 rainy days a month and 7 hours of sunshine a day.
Can I use this data for navigation?
No. These are predictions for fishing and leisure; for navigation, use the official publications.
Where this data comes from
Sun and moon: our own calculation with astronomy-engine. Places: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Coastline: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).