Te Anau Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
Temperatures in Te Anau experience a moderate degree of variance through the seasons.
Days can be mild, while the cooler months tend
to be cold.
It is also known for its large amounts of rain/snowfall.
Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
In Te Anau, seasonal changes bring about a moderate variation in temperatures. Typically, average maximum daytime temperatures range from a moderate 17°C in January to a chilly 7°C in the coolest month, July.
Nights are cooler, with lows often dropping to around 0°C during the colder months. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
Te Anau has a notably wet climate with abundant precipitation, recording 2126 mm of rain/snowfall per year. Precipitation levels in Te Anau remain relatively steady throughout the year. October has the most rain, with 218 mm over 15 days. In July, this drops slightly to 149 mm, making the city's climate fairly predictable.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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The best time of year to visit Te Anau in New Zealand
The average rainfall figures in Te Anau are quite high. Throughout the year, you have a chance of prolonged precipitation. So no matter what time of year you go, you will always have to deal with a high number of rainy days. This makes it more challenging to point out the best time of year to visit. Other facts from our historical weather data:January has an average maximum temperature of 17°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is July with an average maximum temperature of 7°C.
October tops the wettest month list with 218 mm of rainfall.
July is the driest month with 149 mm of precipitation.
No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
