Manawatu-Whanganui Weather Forecast
Manawatu-Whanganui weather: 54°F, partly cloudy. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Will it rain in Manawatu-Whanganui?
No - rain is unlikely in Manawatu-Whanganui today.
Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
Over the next 7 days, about 0,9 in of precipitation is forecast, with the wettest days falling on Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat and Sun.
Rainfall over the next 7 days is close to normal for August (0,9 in against a typical 0,7 in).
16-day forecast for Manawatu-Whanganui
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Aug 25 | ☁️ Overcast | 55° / 47° | 8% | 14 mph | 5 |
| Wed, Aug 26 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 59° / 46° | 43% · 0,0 in | 16 mph | 4 |
| Thu, Aug 27 | 🌦️ Light showers | 61° / 45° | 50% · 0,2 in | 12 mph | 3 |
| Fri, Aug 28 | 🌧️ Showers | 56° / 43° | 69% · 0,3 in | 21 mph | 4 |
| Sat, Aug 29 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 55° / 44° | 47% · 0,1 in | 13 mph | 5 |
| Sun, Aug 30 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 55° / 42° | 49% · 0,3 in | 19 mph | 4 |
| Mon, Aug 31 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 55° / 41° | 27% · 0,0 in | 14 mph | 5 |
| Tue, Sep 1 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 55° / 45° | 17% · 0,0 in | 14 mph | 2 |
| Wed, Sep 2 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 57° / 43° | 59% · 0,2 in | 20 mph | 3 |
| Thu, Sep 3 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 56° / 38° | 34% | 10 mph | 3 |
| Fri, Sep 4 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 58° / 46° | 47% · 0,3 in | 21 mph | 5 |
| Sat, Sep 5 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 55° / 46° | 27% · 0,0 in | 16 mph | 4 |
| Sun, Sep 6 | 🌤️ Mainly clear | 58° / 44° | 35% | 13 mph | 5 |
| Mon, Sep 7 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 55° / 45° | 36% · 0,2 in | 20 mph | 5 |
| Tue, Sep 8 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 48° / 39° | 33% · 0,3 in | 14 mph | 4 |
| Wed, Sep 9 | ☁️ Overcast | 60° / 42° | 26% | 9 mph | 5 |
What this means for Manawatu-Whanganui
Today is about average for August. The forecast high of 55°F is in line with the 53°F typical for this month.
Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Southern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in December to February.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 49°F.
What to pack, what to skip
- A packable rain shell - 5 of the next 7 days carry a real chance of rain
- If your dates are flexible, avoid July, August and September - historically the least comfortable months here.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Manawatu-Whanganui?
Manawatu-Whanganui is a region in New Zealand. Its coordinates are -39.8, 175.5. It lies in Oceania.
What is the weather like in Manawatu-Whanganui right now?
It is currently 54°F (12°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 69% and wind is 14 mph.
When is the best time to visit Manawatu-Whanganui?
January, February, March, November and December offer the most comfortable conditions in Manawatu-Whanganui, which has a temperate climate. July, August and September are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Manawatu-Whanganui in?
Manawatu-Whanganui observes Pacific/Auckland (UTC+12:00). The local time is 9:18 PM.
How many people live in Manawatu-Whanganui?
Manawatu-Whanganui has a population of approximately 260.000.
What is the nearest airport to Manawatu-Whanganui?
The closest airports are Auckland Airport (AKL), 197 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Manawatu-Whanganui?
Popular options include Tongariro National Park, Lake Taupo, North Island, Hobbiton Movie Set and Piha Beach.
What places are in Manawatu-Whanganui?
Manawatu-Whanganui covers 1 places in this atlas, including Tongariro National Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (nz-regions) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Forecast and observations | Open-Meteo (ECMWF and national models). |
| Air quality and pollen | Copernicus CAMS via Open-Meteo. US AQI scale. |
| Climate averages | ERA5 reanalysis via the Open-Meteo archive, aggregated over 3 years. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 25, 2026 at 9:18 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
