Otago weather in September
Thinking about venturing to Otago this September and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:
What is the weather like in Otago in September?
Otago is a region in New Zealand. September in Otago generally has temperatures that range from cold to moderate, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.
The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from cold in Glenorchy at 6°C to moderate in Waitati at 14°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 4°C in Waitati and -1°C in Glenorchy.
In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Oamaru with an average of 53 mm to heavy rainfall in Makarora with 252 mm. Queenstown enjoys a balanced 153 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.
For specific regional insights in Otago for September, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Otago climate page.
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Average weather in Queenstown
In September Queenstown generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Wanaka
In September Wanaka generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Oamaru
In September Oamaru generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Average weather in Cromwell
In September Cromwell generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Alexandra
In September Alexandra generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -0°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Otago, in New Zealand.
Is September the best time to visit Otago?
In our opinion, September may not be the ideal time to visit Otago due to the typically poor weather in Queenstown.
On average, the best time to visit Otago is in January, February, March and December with generally unpleasant weather in Queenstown.
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