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Wanaka weather in September (Otago, New Zealand)

Looking to travel to Wanaka in September? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In September, Wanaka typically experiences low temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 8°C. But by evening, they drop to around 0°C.

Wanaka in September usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 137 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 9 days of rain are anticipated.

The area enjoys a balanced 172 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, September may not be the ideal month to visit Wanaka. January and February typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, April, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Wanaka climate page with graphs.

 

Wanaka, monthly averages in September

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 0°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 8°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 29%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 137 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 9 days  
SunshineSunshine 172 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in New Zealand in September

Find out more about the weather in New Zealand in September and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Wanaka in September?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
4/10
Walking
4/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
4/10

Interested in more climate information?

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