Weather Information - Canterbury Weather Updates
Forecast Issued At
4:09 pm 27th June. 2025
Hanmer Springs
Weather Information
Cloudy, cold and wet for the remainder of the day. Showers at times. Snow above 1600m. Cool west/south-westerlies (5-15km/hr) easing this evening. Rainfall total: 20-25mm.
Today's Forecast
9°c
4°c
Humidity: 99.
Wind Gusts: 7 km/h.
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5-day Forecast
Today Jun 27
Rain
Cloudy, cold and wet for the remainder of the day. Showers at times. Snow above 1600m. Cool west/south-westerlies (5-15km/hr) easing this evening. Rainfall total: 20-25mm.
Tomorrow Jun 28
Showers
A mostly cloudy day, with a few showers at times, more likely before midday and again from evening. Occasional fine breaks possible. snow flurries above 1300m. Cold south-westerlies in exposed areas (10-20km/hr.) Rainfall total: 4-7mm.
Sunday Jun 29
Partly sunny
A mostly fine day. Areas of early cloud & isolated showers clearing away to mostly sunny skies. South-westerlies early (5-15km/hr) easing by midday, with light variable winds in the afternoon. Frosts developing at night
Monday Jun 30
Sun
Early frosts. A fine day. Bright and sunny conditions through the day. Calm through the day. Pleasant winter conditions under high pressure.
Tuesday Jul 01
Partly sunny
A mostly fine day. Sunny skies, with variable high cloud. Light winds early, then afternoon nor-westerlies. Pleasant winter 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 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.
