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When to go · Wanaka

Wanaka in February

Great month. Inside Wanaka's best window: Dec–Mar for lake and hiking; Jul–Aug for skiing.

Key facts

Verdict
Great
Temperature
24°C / 11°C
average high / low
Rain days
7
Crowds
High
New Zealand overall
Prices
High
New Zealand overall

Verdict

GreatBest and avoid months for Wanaka

Inside Wanaka's best window: Dec–Mar for lake and hiking; Jul–Aug for skiing.

Weather in February

Long-term averages
  • WanakaHighs around 24 °C, lows around 11 °C, rain on about 7 days

Crowds and prices

Crowds · New Zealand overall
High
Prices · New Zealand overall
High

New Zealand overall: The most settled weather of the year; school is back, so beaches ease after Waitangi Day.

High-price month: see what to book ahead.

What to pack

  • A warm layer for the evenings

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