Climate Overview
The climate in Manapouri Aerodrome is cool. The average annual temperature is 8°C and approximately 2414mm of precipitation falls per year. Manapouri Aerodrome receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Manapouri Aerodrome is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed — summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: January, February, December. The coldest months are July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 1°C. Snowfall occurs from April to November, with around 82cm accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Manapouri Aerodrome sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 1°C to 17°C. January is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 17°C with a mean of 12°C. July is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 1°C and an average of 3°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 7°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 2°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Manapouri Aerodrome is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2414mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 201mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 239mm of rainfall. October and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 152mm. That's 87mm less than September, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Snowfall is a regular feature from April to November, with around 82cm accumulating over the season. July typically sees the most snow at around 19cm.
Wind
Manapouri Aerodrome is mildly breezy, with an average annual wind speed of 14km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is October, averaging 16km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 10km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 6km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 11km/h in winter, 15km/h in spring, 15km/h in summer, 14km/h in autumn.
Seasons
89 days until Winter
It is currently autumn in Manapouri Aerodrome, which began on March 20, 2026. Manapouri Aerodrome is in the Southern Hemisphere, where the seasons are reversed — spring starts in September, summer in December, autumn in March, and winter in June. The warmest period peaks in January at around 17°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 1°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 2 to 14°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 688mm across the season with a monthly average of 229mm. Winds are moderate at around 15km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 8 to 17°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 605mm across the season with a monthly average of 202mm. Winds are moderate at around 15km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 4 to 15°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 584mm across the season with a monthly average of 195mm. Expect around 9cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 14km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from 1 to 7°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 537mm across the season with a monthly average of 179mm. Expect around 45cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 11km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Manapouri Aerodrome based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.
