The Tongariro Crossing in New Zealand
It is called the most beautiful walk in New Zealand, the Tongariro Crossing. The official hiking season starts late October until end of April.
Dunedin in September sees moderate daytime temperatures of 13°C (55°F) and nighttime lows of 4°C (39°F). Rainfall is fairly high this month at around 67 mm (2.6 in), so pack a rain jacket to stay dry.
Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. February and March typically offer the best weather for Dunedin.
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49-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Dunedin typically stay consistent throughout September, with daily highs averaging around 13°C (55°F). Nights are cold, with lows around 5°C (41°F).
Browse day-by-day weather records for Dunedin spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Our historical data for Dunedin spans 2003 to 2026, revealing these weather extremes.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in September, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. With water temperatures around 9°C (48°F), the water is quite cold for swimming. You can skip the swimwear unless you're particularly tough. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed Water Temp
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