Weather Information - Canterbury Weather Updates
Forecast Issued At
3:37 pm 21st June. 2025
Hanmer Springs
Weather Information
A mostly fine end to the day. Mostly sunny skies, with occasional cloudy periods. Light south-westerly winds, easing by evening. Frosts developing late evening and becoming widespread and possibly severe in sheltered spots.
Today's Forecast
8°c
-4°c
Humidity: 94.
Wind Gusts: 3 km/h.
5-day Forecast
Today Jun 21
A mostly fine end to the day. Mostly sunny skies, with occasional cloudy periods. Light south-westerly winds, easing by evening. Frosts developing late evening and becoming widespread and possibly severe in sheltered spots.
Tomorrow Jun 22
A fine end to the week. Mostly sunny skies, with variable high cloud at times during the afternoon. Nor-westerlies at times, possibly blustery at times (15-30km/hr) turning south-westerly late in the day, with a few cloudy periods.
Monday Jun 23
Areas of morning cloud clearing away to mostly sunny skies. Light west/south-westerlies (10-20km/hr) easing back into the afternoon. Pleasant winter conditions. Frosts developing overnight. Short ridge of high pressure.
Tuesday Jun 24
A fine day. Early frosts, then bright and sunny conditions through the day. Light winds through the day, tending nor-westerly late, remaining light. High pressure.
Wednesday Jun 25
High cloud, often extensive, with occasional sunny spells. Risk of some spots of rain from the west. Blustery nor-westerlies at times, strong about the hills. Milder conditions.
Make the most of summer in Hanmer Springs
No matter the weather, it's always a good time to relax, soak or play at Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa. The fun doesn't just stop at the pools, slides and spa, though. There's plenty to do throughout summer in Hanmer Springs. Here's a few of our top picks of what to do when you come to visit!
Take a wander among the trees
Hanmer Springs has plenty of scenic walking or tramping tracks waiting for you to explore. Dog Stream Reserve is an ideal track for families, especially if you’re pushing an off-road stroller or if the kids want to ride their bikes. The iconic Conical Hill walk's zig-zag trail takes some of the strain out of climbing the steep hill, and the summit provides the perfect place to relax with a picnic before making the return journey down.
Explore Hanmer's Walking Trails
Waipara wine and lunch platter
Enjoy a tasting or two
When you visit us, you're not far from of New Zealand’s best wineries. You might enjoy a winery tour, a small wine tasting selection, or simply a long lunch looking out at the grape vines as they start to flower and bloom.
Explore our WineriesGet the adrenaline pumping
Hanmer Springs is world famous for rest and relaxation, but if you want more excitement in your life, you can find that too! Try high-speed jet boating, quad biking, off-roading or mountain biking. And for the ultimate adrenaline rush, experience a 35-metre free-fall above the Waiau River at Canterbury’s only bungy site!
Practice your (mini) golf swing
Challenge yourself, or start up a healthy family rivalry on a mini-golf course. Hanmer Springs is home to three 18 hole mini-golf courses, each filled with fun obstacles designed to invigorate and inspire. Compete for bragging rights for the rest of your trip, or just enjoy yourselves. Who needs to keep score?
Check out mini golf and other family funThere's heaps to do in Hanmer this summer...
... but it starts at Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa. Join us for fun and relaxation amid the stunning mountain scenery.