Te Anau Weather in September
September in Te Anau brings low temperatures around 10°C (50°F) during the day, dropping to 2°C (36°F) at night, and as part of the rainy season, heavy rainfall is common.
Rainfall in Te Anau in September
As part of the rainy season, Te Anau sees around 14 days of rain in September, with an average of 194 mm (7.6 in). Rainfall this month is frequent and tends to be fairly heavy when it does fall. Packing waterproofs is a good idea.
Temperature in Te Anau in September
September in Te Anau brings low temperatures, with highs of 10°C (50°F) and nights around 2°C (36°F). Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. Nights fall to 2°C (36°F), which is cold enough to feel it indoors too. A good thick duvet makes all the difference for a comfortable night's sleep.September in Te Anau has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.
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Te Anau Temperature in September
Min Temperature
2°C (36°F)
Max Temperature
10°C (50°F)
Chance of Rain
48%
Precipitation
194 mm (7.6 in)
Rainy days
14 days
Daily Historical Temperatures
31-year average (1994-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Te Anau typically stay consistent throughout September, with daily highs averaging around 10°C (50°F). Nights are cold, with lows around 5°C (41°F).
Average temperatures in September
Daily Historical Precipitation
31-year average (1994-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in September
Historical weather for Te Anau in September
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 September
Based on 25 years of weather observations in Te Anau between 2000 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes.
- The hottest September day on record in Te Anau reached 21°C (70°F) (September 26, 2023).
- On September 10, 2025, Te Anau saw its coldest September day with temperatures maxing out at 5°C (41°F).
- The coldest night in September in Te Anau was on September 19, 2010, with a minimum of -5°C (23°F).
- The wettest day in September Te Anau was on September 21, 2023 with 112 mm (4.4 in) of precipitation.
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What to Wear in Te Anau in September
We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Te Anau in September. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can.What To Do in Te Anau in September
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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