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Te Anau Weather in November

Te Anau in November sees moderate daytime temperatures of 13°C (55°F) and nighttime lows of 4°C (39°F). As part of the rainy season, showers are frequent and often heavy. Budget around 190 mm (7.5 in) of rainfall for the month.

Rainfall in Te Anau in November

As part of the rainy season, Te Anau sees around 12 days of rain in November, with an average of 190 mm (7.5 in). With high rainfall totals spread across the month, individual showers can be very heavy. Waterproof gear is strongly recommended.

Temperature in Te Anau in November

November in Te Anau sees highs of 13°C (55°F) and lows of 4°C (39°F) overnight. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. With overnight lows of 4°C (39°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

November in Te Anau 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.

Te Anau Temperature in November

Min Temperature
4°C (39°F)
Max Temperature
13°C (55°F)
Chance of Rain
41%
Precipitation
190 mm (7.5 in)
Rainy days
12 days

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Daily Historical Temperatures

31-year average (1995-2025)

Based on our historical records, temperatures in Te Anau typically stay consistent throughout November, with daily highs averaging around 13°C (55°F). Nights are cold, with lows around 7°C (45°F).

Average temperatures in November

Daily Historical Precipitation

31-year average (1995-2025)

Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.

Average precipitation in November

Historical weather records for Te Anau in November

Browse day-by-day weather records for Te Anau spanning 33 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.

Te Anau historical weather extremes in November

The extremes listed below come from historical weather data collected in Te Anau from 1995 through 2025.

  • The hottest November day on record in Te Anau reached 23°C (73°F) (November 18, 2022).
  • Te Anau experienced its chilliest November day on November 5, 2008, reaching only 6°C (43°F).
  • The lowest overnight temperature recorded in November was -6°C (21°F) (November 6, 2008).

Best Places in New Zealand in November

Find out more about the weather in New Zealand and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of New Zealand in November →

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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 Te Anau in November

Pack for changing conditions in Te Anau in November. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything!

What To Do in Te Anau in November

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Cycling
    5/10
  • Walking
    5/10
  • Barbeque
    4/10
  • Camping
    3/10

Te Anau 3-Day Forecast

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Where to go in November - average daytime high across popular destinations.

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