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Manapouri Weather in September
September in Manapouri typically sees daytime highs of 10°C (50°F) and nighttime lows of 2°C (36°F). September falls within the rainy season, so heavy rainfall is to be expected.
Rainfall in Manapouri in September
As part of the rainy season, Manapouri sees around 16 days of rain in September, with an average of 188 mm (7.4 in). Rain during the rainy season is significant rather than just light drizzle. Expect proper showers on most rainy days.
Temperature in Manapouri in September
Manapouri in September gets highs of 10°C (50°F) during the day and drops to 2°C (36°F) at night. Temperatures remain on the cold side all day. A proper warm jacket is worth having, not just for evenings. Nights drop to 2°C (36°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.September in Manapouri can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.
Manapouri Temperature in September
Min Temperature
2°C (36°F)
Max Temperature
10°C (50°F)
Chance of Rain
52%
Precipitation
188 mm (7.4 in)
Rainy days
16 days
Manapouri Weather by Month
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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).
What to Wear in Manapouri in September
Cold weather calls for smart layering in September. A thermal base layer makes a huge difference in staying warm. Add a wool sweater or fleece, then a wind-resistant outer jacket. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything!
What To Do in Manapouri in September
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling5/10 -
Walking5/10 -
Barbeque2/10 -
Camping3/10 -
Outdoor sports5/10
Manapouri 3-Day Forecast
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Popular in September
Where to go in September - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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17°C (63°F) Auckland
17°C (63°F) Rotorua15°C (59°F) Christchurch
15°C (59°F) Wellington14°C (57°F) Nelson14°C (57°F) Taupo14°C (57°F) Queenstown6°C (43°F) Bucket list
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