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Manawatu-Whanganui Weather, Climate and Best Time to Visit

Data source:Meteostat
Update date:2025-09

Manawatu-Whanganui year round climate

  • Spring (March–May): Average 45–52°F, cool and rainy, with occasional sunshine. May is the rainiest month. Common activities: outdoor hiking (bring rain gear), visiting museums and galleries. Recommended clothing: waterproof jacket, warm clothing, comfortable walking shoes.
  • Summer (December–February): Average 56–58°F, mild, moderate rainfall, and more sunny days. Common activities: outdoor picnics, hiking, water activities. Recommended clothing: light and breathable clothing, sun protection clothing, rain gear.
  • Autumn (June–August): Average 40–44°F, cold and damp, with higher rainfall, especially in July. Common activities: indoor activities, visiting glasshouses, enjoying local cuisine. Recommended clothing: warm jacket, waterproof clothing, hat, scarf, gloves.
  • Winter (September–November): Average 44–51°F, cool, moderate rainfall, and increasing sunshine. Common activities: outdoor hiking (bring rain gear), visiting wineries, enjoying hot springs. Recommended clothing: warm jacket, waterproof clothing, comfortable walking shoes.

Manawatu-Whanganui climatological average

Annual average temperature: approx. 48.9°F / Annual rainfall: approx. 1574 mm / Summer humidity: 65%–75% / Rainiest month: July

Manawatu-Whanganui monthly average temperature and precipitation

Month
Air temperature (°F)
Precipitation (mm)
January
58.5°F
140.5
February
57.4°F
155.2
March
52.2°F
109.2
April
50°F
74.6
May
45.5°F
145.3
June
42.8°F
90.9
July
41°F
175.2
August
40.6°F
130.9
September
44.4°F
154.6
October
47.3°F
112.1
November
51.4°F
137.8
December
56.5°F
148.3

Manawatu-Whanganui weather for the next seven days

7/30
Thursday
Patchy rain nearby
48.4°F/32.1°F
7/31
Friday
Light rain shower
43.2°F/35.3°F
8/1
Saturday
Heavy snow
37.4°F/26°F
8/2
Sunday
Sunny
43.9°F/26.1°F
8/3
Monday
Patchy rain nearby
43.5°F/30.6°F
8/4
Tuesday
Mist
41.9°F/32.7°F
8/5
Wednesday
Sunny
45.3°F/25.8°F