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Exploring Nelson

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

• Mimosa Rocks National Park
• Cowdroy's Beach
• Gillard's Beach
• Middle Beach
• Tathra Beach
• Bournda National Park
• Bega Cheese Heritage Centre

When making plans for your trip to Nelson, you can also use ebookers to search for a convenient flight into Merimbula, NSW (MIM) Airport. You can narrow down your search by number of stops, airline or time of departure to find the one that works best for you.

When is the Best Time to Explore Nelson?

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

Here's an overview 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 26°C and at night it is 14°C. Seasonal average rainfall is 284 mm.
• If you visit between April and June, you can expect an average temp of 21°C during the day and 7°C at night. Average rainfall during this season is 187 mm.
• The daytime average temp from July to September is 18°C and the night-time average is 6°C. Average precipitation for this season is 137 mm.
• Between October and December, the average temp during the day is 24°C and 10°C at night. Seasonal average rain is 283 mm.
• Average annual rainfall in Nelson is 892 mm.