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Exploring Ships Cove

The city of Ships Cove has some interesting things to see and do. Popular attractions in and around Ships Cove include:

• Pelorus Sound
• Waikawa Marina
• Kenepuru Sounds
• Motuara Island
• Queen Charlotte Walkway
• Mabel Island
• Dryden Bay

When arranging your Ships Cove getaway, you can also use ebookers to search for a convenient flight into Picton (PCN) Airport. You can narrow down your search by number of stops, airline or time of departure to identify one that'll work best for you.

When is the Best Time to Explore Ships Cove?

If you're curious when is the best time of year to travel to Ships Cove, you might find this info about seasonal weather useful when you are planning your trip. The warmest months in Ships Cove are typically February and January, whereas the coldest months are usually July and August. The months with the most rain are June and July, whereas January and March have the least.

Here's a rundown on how much rain you can expect and what the temperatures are going to be like:

• From January to March, the average daytime temperature is 19°C and at night it is 14°C. Seasonal average rainfall is 187 mm.
• If you visit between April and June, you can expect an average temp of 16°C during the day and 10°C at night. Average rainfall during this season is 284 mm.
• The daytime average temp from July to September is 13°C and the night-time average is 9°C. Average precipitation for this season is 271 mm.
• Between October and December, the average temp during the day is 17°C and 11°C at night. Seasonal average rain is 244 mm.
• Average annual rainfall in Ships Cove is 986 mm.