Wellington is located at 41.2 thousand, 924 degrees south, 174.7 thousand, 787 degrees east. This makes it the southernmost capital of an independent country. Through it is ironically located on North island. Despite this location, Wellington has a mild climate. Average temperatures never drop below freezing and summer highs can reach up into the can. Find plenty of great places to visit in Wellington, so consider spending some time there. Museums and libraries provide great opportunities to learn interesting facts about New Zealand