Christchurch vs Wānaka in September

Christchurch is the better pick in September — 77 vs 59 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Christchurch is cool, a little rain, clean air, while Wānaka is cold, rainy, clean air.

Christchurch vs Wānaka — September climate, side by side

🇳🇿 Christchurch🇳🇿 Wānaka
Comfort score77/100 (B)59/100 (D)
Feels-like high12°C7°C
Avg high / low16° / 4°10° / 2°
Rainfall46 mm147 mm
Rainy days1014
Humidity76%83%
Air quality (AQI)2526

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

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Christchurch vs Wānaka in September — FAQ

Is September better in Christchurch or Wānaka?
Christchurch is the better pick in September — 77 vs 59 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Christchurch is cool, a little rain, clean air, while Wānaka is cold, rainy, clean air.
What is the weather like in Christchurch vs Wānaka in September?
In September, Christchurch averages 16°C high / 4°C low with about 46 mm of rain; Wānaka averages 10°C high / 2°C low with about 147 mm.