Weather in September
Come September, signs of spring in Wanaka become more evident with a bump in temperature. This month records an increase in daylight and sunshine hours from August, heralding the arrival of warmer days. Skiing remains popular on the mountains, though the lower altitudes start to experience spring’s touch. September is the month when life starts to bloom anew, providing a complete transformation from the winter. In terms of temperature, September offers an average high of 14.4°C (57.9°F) and an average low of 2.4°C (36.3°F).
On the first day of September, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:15 pm NZST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:49 pm NZDT.
Note: On Sunday, 29. September 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from NZST to NZDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, 06. April 2025, at 3:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from NZDT to NZST.
[Resources]Temperature
The shift from August to September in Wanaka introduces a subtle increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 11°C (51.8°F) to a refreshing 14.4°C (57.9°F). Despite high daytime temperatures, the average temperature in Wanaka, New Zealand, lowers to a wintry 2.4°C (36.3°F) during September nights.Rainfall
In Wanaka, in September, 56mm (2.2") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, 673mm (26.5") of rain is accumulated.Daylight
In Wanaka, the average length of the day in September is 11h and 47min.On the first day of September, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:15 pm NZST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:49 pm NZDT.
Note: On Sunday, 29. September 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from NZST to NZDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, 06. April 2025, at 3:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from NZDT to NZST.
Sunshine
In September, the average sunshine in Wanaka, New Zealand, is 5.8h.Frequently asked questions
What are the temperatures in Wanaka in September?
During September, Wanaka experiences an average high-temperature of 14.4°C (57.9°F) and a low-temperature of 2.4°C (36.3°F).
How much does it rain in Wanaka in September?
During September, Wanaka regularly aggregates up to 56mm (2.2") of precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in September in Wanaka?
In September, the average day length in Wanaka, New Zealand, is 11h and 47min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in September in Wanaka?
In September, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 6:15 pm NZST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 7:49 pm NZDT.
When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in September in Wanaka?
On Sunday, 29. September 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Wanaka, New Zealand, and the time zone changes from NZST to NZDT. DST ends on Sunday, 06. April 2025, at 3:00 am.
How many hours of sunshine does Wanaka have in September?
In September, the average sunshine duration in Wanaka, New Zealand, is 5.8h.
Average temperature in September
Wanaka, New Zealand
- Average high temperature in September: 14.4°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is January (23.9°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (8.4°C).
- Average low temperature in September: 2.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is January (10.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is July (-1.2°C).
Average rainfall in September
Wanaka, New Zealand
- Average rainfall in September: 56.4mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (63.1mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (50.2mm).
Average daylight in September /
Average sunshine in September
Wanaka, New Zealand
- Average daylight in September: 11h and 5min
The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in September: 5h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).
Wanaka, New Zealand
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