Te Anau Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Te Anau.

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Climate overview of Te Anau

Temperatures in Te Anau, Southland, New Zealand, shift moderately through the seasons. The warmest month is January at 17°C (63°F), and the coolest is July at 7°C (45°F).

The city receives considerable rain/snowfall, with around 2126 mm (84 in) annually. October is the wettest month. It has a distinct rainy season from September to January, with mild summers and cold winters.

Te Anau Weather by Month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Te Anau - and find the best time to visit.

January

17°C (63°F)View January → February

17°C (63°F)View February → March

15°C (59°F)View March → April

13°C (55°F)View April → May

10°C (50°F)View May → June

7°C (45°F)View June → July

7°C (45°F)View July → August

8°C (46°F)View August → September

10°C (50°F)View September → This monthOctober

12°C (54°F)View October → November

13°C (55°F)View November → December

16°C (61°F)View December →

Monthly Temperature in Te Anau

In Te Anau, seasonal changes bring about a moderate variation in temperatures. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a moderate 17°C (63°F) in January to a chilly 7°C (45°F) in the coolest month, July.

Nights vary from 8°C (46°F) in January to around 0°C (32°F) during the colder months.

Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.

Temperature ranges by month

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Rainfall in Te Anau

Te Anau has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 2126 mm (84 in) of rain/snowfall per year. Precipitation levels in Te Anau remain relatively steady throughout the year. October has the most rain, with 218 mm (8.6 in) over 15 days. In the driest month July, this drops slightly to 149 mm (5.9 in), making the city's climate fairly predictable. For more details, please visit our Te Anau Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

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Best Time to Visit Te Anau

The most favourable weather available in Te Anau usually occurs in February and March. Conditions are generally most challenging in January, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December.

Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.

Jan wet Feb mixed Mar mixed Apr wet May wet Jun wet Jul wet Aug wet Sep wet Oct very wet Nov wet Dec wet

Best overall: February and March
Warmest weather: January, February and December
Seasonal pattern: A distinct rainy season from September to January, with mild summers and cold winters
Coldest conditions: July, with freezing nights around 0°C (32°F).

Frequently asked questions about the climate in Te Anau

What is the best time to visit Te Anau?

February and March typically offer the most optimal weather in Te Anau. In contrast, January, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions. Te Anau has a distinct rainy season from September to January, with mild summers and cold winters.