Climate of Manawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand
Area-weighted average across Manawatū-Whanganui. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Manawatū-Whanganui, a subdivision of New Zealand, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 6.3°C / 43.3°F in July to 16.2°C / 61.2°F in January, with rainfall from 86 mm / 3.4 in to 138 mm / 5.4 in depending on the season (1416 mm / 55.7 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16.2°C61.2°F | 100 mm3.9″ | — |
| February | 16.1°C61°F | 86 mm3.4″ | — |
| March | 14.8°C58.6°F | 108 mm4.3″ | — |
| April | 12°C53.6°F | 99 mm3.9″ | — |
| May | 9.1°C48.4°F | 125 mm4.9″ | — |
| June | 7°C44.6°F | 129 mm5.1″ | — |
| July | 6.3°C43.3°F | 138 mm5.4″ | — |
| August | 7.2°C45°F | 131 mm5.2″ | — |
| September | 8.9°C48°F | 137 mm5.4″ | — |
| October | 10.7°C51.3°F | 123 mm4.8″ | — |
| November | 12.7°C54.9°F | 111 mm4.4″ | — |
| December | 14.7°C58.5°F | 129 mm5.1″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Manawatū-Whanganui?
Manawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is January at 16.2°C / 61.2°F, and the driest is February at 86 mm / 3.4 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Manawatū-Whanganui?
Manawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 6.3°C / 43.3°F in July to 16.2°C / 61.2°F in January. Annual rainfall averages about 1416 mm / 55.7 in, with the wettest month being July (138 mm / 5.4 in) and the driest February (86 mm / 3.4 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Manawatū-Whanganui?
The hottest month in Manawatū-Whanganui is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 16.2°C / 61.2°F.
What is the coldest month in Manawatū-Whanganui?
The coldest month in Manawatū-Whanganui is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 6.3°C / 43.3°F.
When does it rain most in Manawatū-Whanganui?
The wettest month in Manawatū-Whanganui is July, averaging about 138 mm / 5.4 in of rainfall. The driest is February with about 86 mm / 3.4 in.