Weather Information - Canterbury Weather Updates
Forecast Issued At
3:56 pm 16th May. 2025
Hanmer Springs
Weather Information
A fine end to the day. Bright and sunny conditions this evening. Clear overnight. Nor-westerlies, blustery at times. Strong about the hill country. Pleasant conditions and temperatures.
Today's Forecast
21°c
9°c
Humidity: 78.
Wind Gusts: 0 km/h.
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5-day Forecast
Today May 16
Sun
A fine end to the day. Bright and sunny conditions this evening. Clear overnight. Nor-westerlies, blustery at times. Strong about the hill country. Pleasant conditions and temperatures.
Tomorrow May 17
Partly sunny
Variable high cloud and sunny spells, with high cloud becoming extensive during the afternoon and evening. Risk of spill over rain from mid to late afternoon, chance heavy from evening. Nor-westerlies in exposed areas, turning northerly during the afternoon. Mild conditions. Rainfall total: 4-7mm.
Sunday May 18
Showers
A cloudy, cooler and often wet day. Scattered rain, or showers developing in the morning. More persistent for a time in the afternoon and evening. Snow risk above 800-900m overnight. Southerlies, freshening in exposed areas (10-15km/hr.) Rainfall total: 7-10mm.
Monday May 19
Partly sunny
A fine day. Any areas of cloud clearing in the morning to bright and sunny afternoon conditions. Light northerlies developing for a time, before tending light nor-westerly at times (10-20km/hr.) Pleasant late autumn conditions.
Tuesday May 20
Sun
A fine day. Early frosts in sheltered spots. Bright and sunny conditions follow. Light winds, may tend light nor-west at times. Pleasant late autumn 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.
