Winter | Spring | Summer | Autumn
Winter (June, July, August) Daytime temperature range 5° to 12°C
Snow time! Wanaka becomes "Snow Central" as snow lovers converge on the region for some of the the best alpine conditions in the Southern Hemisphere. Resorts include as Cardrona Alpine Resort, Treble Cone Ski Area and Snow Farm (cross country skiing) and the Snow Park. And the Queenstown area, within an hour’s drive of Wanaka, offers two more resorts, Coronet Peak and The Remarkables. Want maximum excitement? Go heliskiing to find pristine powder snow against the stunning backdrop of the Southern Alps and Lake Wanaka. Want quiet times? Try the last weeks of July and September, when warmer temperatures provide brilliant 'spring corn' snow that’s so easy and pleasurable for skiing and snowboarding.
Spring (September, October) Daytime temperature range 11° to 17°C
What a beautiful season! Perfect sunny days skiing or snowboarding, while the new growth and blossoms burst out to bask in the warmer weather. You’ll burst outdoors too, to explore the rich adventures waiting for you – fishing or kayaking in the lakes and rivers, hiking or biking through the mountain trails. And our Wanakafest in the second week of September is fun for the whole family...
Summer (November to February) Daytime temperature range 21° to 30+°C
Ah, the bliss of long hot summer days with glorious twilights that seem to last forever. Summer is the perfect season to enjoy everything that wonderful Lake Wanaka offers: windsurfing, yachting, water skiing, wake boarding, fishing and more. Or you may prefer to explore the foothills and Mount Aspiring National Park, walking or hiking, climbing mountains, hunting and fly-fishing. Best of all, the long relaxing evenings with family and friends, a BBQ and excellent wines from the local wineries...
Autumn/Fall: (March, April, May) Daytime temperature range 12° to 20°C
Autumn in Wanaka has a very special beauty as the whole of this magic place turns crimson and gold. The richness of colour and the pure clarity of light make it a perfect time for painting and photography, with brilliant reflections in the still waters of Lake Wanaka. It’s a time of arts, crafts and exploration for the whole family in a gorgeous wonderland...
Winter (June, July, August) Daytime temperature range 5° to 12°C
Snow time! Wanaka becomes "Snow Central" as snow lovers converge on the region for some of the the best alpine conditions in the Southern Hemisphere. Resorts include as Cardrona Alpine Resort, Treble Cone Ski Area and Snow Farm (cross country skiing) and the Snow Park. And the Queenstown area, within an hour’s drive of Wanaka, offers two more resorts, Coronet Peak and The Remarkables. Want maximum excitement? Go heliskiing to find pristine powder snow against the stunning backdrop of the Southern Alps and Lake Wanaka. Want quiet times? Try the last weeks of July and September, when warmer temperatures provide brilliant 'spring corn' snow that’s so easy and pleasurable for skiing and snowboarding.
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Winter things to do: - Skiing - Snowboarding - Cross Country Skiing - Heli skiing/snowboarding - Snow mobiles - Snow shoe trekking - Infinity Merino Muster |
Spring (September, October) Daytime temperature range 11° to 17°C
What a beautiful season! Perfect sunny days skiing or snowboarding, while the new growth and blossoms burst out to bask in the warmer weather. You’ll burst outdoors too, to explore the rich adventures waiting for you – fishing or kayaking in the lakes and rivers, hiking or biking through the mountain trails. And our Wanakafest in the second week of September is fun for the whole family...
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Spring things to do: - Skiing/Snowboarding - Fishing/Flyfishing - Kayaking and Boating - Mountain Biking - Hiking - Hunting - Horse Riding - Golf - Wanakafest |
Summer (November to February) Daytime temperature range 21° to 30+°C
Ah, the bliss of long hot summer days with glorious twilights that seem to last forever. Summer is the perfect season to enjoy everything that wonderful Lake Wanaka offers: windsurfing, yachting, water skiing, wake boarding, fishing and more. Or you may prefer to explore the foothills and Mount Aspiring National Park, walking or hiking, climbing mountains, hunting and fly-fishing. Best of all, the long relaxing evenings with family and friends, a BBQ and excellent wines from the local wineries...
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Summer things to do: - Boating, Kayaking and Rafting - Water-skiing - Fishing and Fly Fishing - Guided or Unguided Scenic Walks - Hiking - Climbing - Mountain Bike Riding - Horse Riding - Sky Diving |
Autumn/Fall: (March, April, May) Daytime temperature range 12° to 20°C
Autumn in Wanaka has a very special beauty as the whole of this magic place turns crimson and gold. The richness of colour and the pure clarity of light make it a perfect time for painting and photography, with brilliant reflections in the still waters of Lake Wanaka. It’s a time of arts, crafts and exploration for the whole family in a gorgeous wonderland...
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Autumn things to do: - Hiking/Tramping - Mountain-Biking - Arts/Craft - Photography - Warbirds Over Wanaka (Easter 2010) - Wanaka Festival of Colour 28th April to 3rd May 2009 - Autumn Art School - A & P Show - Arrowtown Autumn Festival |
