Manawatu-Whanganui Weather Forecast
Manawatu-Whanganui weather: 48°F, partly cloudy. Hourly forecast, 14-day outlook, UV, air quality and the best time to visit.
Risk assessment for Manawatu-Whanganui
Derived from the current forecast window - not an official warning.
Peak gusts of 51 mph and 0 thunderstorm days in the next 16 days.
Wettest single day forecast at 0,4 in, 1,4 in across the window. Flash flooding risk rises sharply above 50 mm in a day.
Active alerts for Manawatu-Whanganui
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16-day forecast for Manawatu-Whanganui
Daily highs and lows, precipitation and UV.
| Day | Conditions | High / Low | Precip | Wind | UV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Aug 25 | ☁️ Overcast | 56° / 47° | 4% | 16 mph | 4 |
| Wed, Aug 26 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 58° / 45° | 45% · 0,0 in | 15 mph | 4 |
| Thu, Aug 27 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 61° / 48° | 45% · 0,1 in | 11 mph | 4 |
| Fri, Aug 28 | 🌦️ Light showers | 57° / 46° | 59% · 0,2 in | 22 mph | 4 |
| Sat, Aug 29 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 55° / 45° | 43% · 0,1 in | 14 mph | 2 |
| Sun, Aug 30 | 🌦️ Drizzle | 54° / 44° | 58% · 0,1 in | 21 mph | 3 |
| Mon, Aug 31 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 56° / 45° | 29% · 0,1 in | 22 mph | 4 |
| Tue, Sep 1 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 54° / 42° | 17% · 0,1 in | 13 mph | 5 |
| Wed, Sep 2 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 58° / 46° | 59% · 0,1 in | 17 mph | 4 |
| Thu, Sep 3 | 🌧️ Heavy drizzle | 56° / 52° | 34% · 0,4 in | 15 mph | 5 |
| Fri, Sep 4 | ☁️ Overcast | 60° / 52° | 47% | 12 mph | 2 |
| Sat, Sep 5 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 60° / 52° | 27% · 0,1 in | 14 mph | 3 |
| Sun, Sep 6 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 57° / 44° | 35% · 0,1 in | 18 mph | 5 |
| Mon, Sep 7 | 🌦️ Light drizzle | 51° / 42° | 36% · 0,0 in | 15 mph | 1 |
| Tue, Sep 8 | ☁️ Overcast | 58° / 47° | 33% | 20 mph | 4 |
| Wed, Sep 9 | ☁️ Overcast | 64° / 55° | 30% | 16 mph | 5 |
What this means for Manawatu-Whanganui
Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 56°F is 3.8°F above the 53°F typical for this month.
Rain is very unlikely today - plans do not need a backup.
Gusts to 34 mph will push high-sided vehicles on exposed roads and bridges.
Southern Hemisphere, so peak summer falls in December to February.
The gap between the warmest and coldest month averages 49°F.
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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 48°F (9°C) with partly cloudy. Humidity is 90% and wind is 9 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 11:09 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 11:09 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
