Weather forecast for the Te Araroa - Tararua & Kāpiti: Whanganui → Wellington in September

September along the Te Araroa trail from Whanganui to Wellington presents varied weather conditions. The trail experiences a mix of rain showers, overcast skies, and occasional sunshine. Temperatures generally range from low single digits at night to mid-teens during the day. Expect patchy rain in places, with some areas having more consistent moisture, while others stay mostly dry. Wind conditions can vary but are generally mild throughout this stretch of the trail.

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Start date
Sep 1
Start town
Whanganui
End date
Sep 20
End town
Wellington
Units
metric (°C, mm, km)
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Total days
20
Total distance
344 km
Daily distance
17.2 km
Average high
12°C
Average low
7°C
Average precipitation
5.3 mm/day

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Whanganui

In Whanganui, the weather fluctuates between moderate to heavy rain showers and sunny spells. Daytime temperatures reach 16°C, with lows around 11°C. Rainfall is irregular, with days of 15.2 mm followed by dry spells.

Manawatū

Moving into Manawatū, the conditions are similarly variable. Feilding experiences sunny periods intertwined with heavy rain at times. Linton shows moderate to heavy rain showers bringing up to 24.9 mm, while overcast skies predominate near Motorimu Shelter.

Kāpiti Coast

The Kāpiti Coast witnesses patchy rain and sunny intervals. Raumati Beach and Waikanae see moderate to heavy rain showers, especially mid-month, with precipitation levels sometimes reaching 33.5 mm. Temperatures remain steady, with highs around 15°C.

Wellington

Approaching Wellington, the weather consists of patchy rain and moderate showers. Kelburn records heavy rainfall of up to 12.2 mm on peak days, while sunny breaks offer some respite. Temperatures maintain from lows of 8°C to highs around the 15°C mark.

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