Weather Information - Canterbury Weather Updates
Forecast Issued At
1:35 pm 25th April. 2026
Hanmer Springs
Weather Information
A mostly fine day. Sunny skies, with variable high cloud. A few areas of lower level cloud may be more widespread from evening. West/nor-westerlies for most part (15-25km/hr) tending southerly in the evening. Mild and pleasant conditions.
Today's Forecast
19°c
7°c
Humidity: 94.
Wind Gusts: 0 km/h.
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5-day Forecast
Today Apr 25
Partly sunny
A mostly fine day. Sunny skies, with variable high cloud. A few areas of lower level cloud may be more widespread from evening. West/nor-westerlies for most part (15-25km/hr) tending southerly in the evening. Mild and pleasant conditions.
Tomorrow Apr 27
Partly sunny
A fine day. Bright and sunny conditions, with variable high cloud at times. Light north/nor-westerlies through the day (10-20km/hr(. Pleasant autumn conditions and temperatures.
Tuesday Apr 28
Partly sunny
Mostly fine. Areas of early lower and middle level cloud clearing away to bright and sunny conditions. Calm morning, with afternoon nor-easterlies. High pressure.
Wednesday Apr 29
Partly sunny
Mainly fine. Variable high cloud through the day, extensive at times. Light northerly winds, turning nor-easterly during the afternoon. Pleasant autumn temperatures.
Thursday Apr 30
Partly sunny
A fine day. Bright and sunny conditions, with variable high cloud at times. Light winds, with afternoon easterly breezes. Pleasant conditions under high pressure.
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 Wineries
Get 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.
