Weather Information - Canterbury Weather Updates
Forecast Issued At
12:16 pm 4th July. 2025
Hanmer Springs
Weather Information
Rain easing early afternoon, then cloudy, with more showers at night. Light variable winds, tending light south-easterly during the afternoon and evening (10-15km/hr.) Winter conditions. Rainfall total: 2-4mm possible by midnight.
Today's Forecast
6°c
3°c
Humidity: 94.
Wind Gusts: 0 km/h.
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5-day Forecast
Today Jul 04
Showers
Rain easing early afternoon, then cloudy, with more showers at night. Light variable winds, tending light south-easterly during the afternoon and evening (10-15km/hr.) Winter conditions. Rainfall total: 2-4mm possible by midnight.
Tomorrow Jul 05
Showers
A cloudy and often wet day. Scattered rain and showers at times. Fresh cooler southerlies in exposed areas (20-30km/hr) easing late evening. Cold conditions. Rainfall total: 10-15mm.
Sunday Jul 06
Overcast
A mostly cloudy day, with areas of lower and middle level cloud lingering. A few fine breaks possible for a time in the afternoon. Light south-easterlies (10-20km/hr.) Cool conditions.
Monday Jul 07
Sunny showers
Often cloudy in the morning, with a few showers, then easing back during the afternoon, with fine spells. Fresh southerlies easing back in the morning. Cold condition. Rainfall total: 2-4mm.
Tuesday Jul 08
Partly sunny
Often cloudy, with a few fine breaks. Chance of a few light showers, or drizzle patches from the east. East/south-easterlies. Cool 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.
