Taranaki Weather in September

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Taranaki, New Zealand in September.

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New Plymouth Stratford Hawera Oakura

Considering a trip to Taranaki, New Zealand this September and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Taranaki in September

Taranaki, New Zealand is a region in New Zealand. September in Taranaki generally has mild temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 15°C (59°F) and nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) in New Plymouth.

For specific regional insights in Taranaki, New Zealand, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In September, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Hawera with an average of 123 mm (4.8 in) to heavy rainfall in Oakura with 184 mm (7.2 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. New Plymouth typically sees 166 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

Explore Taranaki by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Taranaki — and find the best time to visit. (based on New Plymouth)

January21°C (70°F) February21°C (70°F) March20°C (68°F) April18°C (64°F) May16°C (61°F) June15°C (59°F) This monthJuly14°C (57°F) August14°C (57°F) September15°C (59°F) October16°C (61°F) November17°C (63°F) December19°C (66°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Taranaki in September

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Taranaki.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Taranaki

What is the weather like in September for some of the most popular destinations in Taranaki, New Zealand?

Temperature range in Taranaki (September)

Precipitation variation in Taranaki (September)

New Plymouth

In September New Plymouth generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

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September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
165 hours
166 hours
191 hours
Monthly rainfall
171 mm (6.7 in)
178 mm (7 in)
166 mm (6.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
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Stratford

In September Stratford generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
165 hours
166 hours
191 hours
Monthly rainfall
138 mm (5.4 in)
150 mm (5.9 in)
138 mm (5.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
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Hawera

In September Hawera generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
165 hours
166 hours
191 hours
Monthly rainfall
119 mm (4.7 in)
123 mm (4.8 in)
118 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Hawera →

Oakura

In September Oakura generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
165 hours
166 hours
191 hours
Monthly rainfall
178 mm (7 in)
184 mm (7.2 in)
171 mm (6.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
19 days
19 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Oakura →

Okato

In September Okato generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« August
September
October »
August
September
October
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
165 hours
166 hours
191 hours
Monthly rainfall
175 mm (6.9 in)
180 mm (7.1 in)
169 mm (6.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
19 days
19 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
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Popular cities in September

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Taranaki in September.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
New Plymouth 15°C (59°F) 10°C (50°F) 178 mm (7 in)
Stratford 15°C (59°F) 7°C (45°F) 150 mm (5.9 in)
Hawera 15°C (59°F) 9°C (48°F) 123 mm (4.8 in)
Oakura 15°C (59°F) 10°C (50°F) 184 mm (7.2 in)
Okato 15°C (59°F) 10°C (50°F) 180 mm (7.1 in)

Taranaki weather in September: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Taranaki, New Zealand in September?

In September, Taranaki, New Zealand generally has unpleasant weather conditions. New Plymouth sees daytime temperatures near 15°C (59°F), with nights cooling to roughly 10°C (50°F).

What is the average temperature in Taranaki, New Zealand in September?

Daytime temperatures in New Plymouth peak at roughly 15°C (59°F) in September, dropping to about 10°C (50°F) overnight.

Does Taranaki, New Zealand get a lot of rain in September?

Yes. September brings heavy rainfall to Taranaki, New Zealand, with New Plymouth averaging around 178 mm (7 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is September a Good Time to Visit Taranaki, New Zealand?

In our view, September might not be the best time to travel to Taranaki, New Zealand with often unpleasant weather in New Plymouth.

On average, the best time to visit Taranaki, New Zealand is in January, February and March with generally pleasant weather in New Plymouth. In contrast, June and July tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

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