The weather in Wanaka in August is very cold with temperatures between -2°C and 6°C, warm clothes are a must.
You can expect rain for roughly half of the month of August in Wanaka. We’re expecting roughly 8 to 15 days of rain, so your rubber boots and umbrella are going to see plenty of use this month if you’re keen on staying dry.
You can expect a few days of snow in Wanaka during August. It’s important to get out your snow boots and warm mittens to stay warm while you explore Wanaka.
Our weather forecast can give you a great sense of what weather to expect in Wanaka in August 2025.
If you’re planning to visit Wanaka in the near future, we highly recommend that you review the 14 day weather forecast for Wanaka before you arrive.
Temperatures
6° / -2°
Rainy Days
9
Snowy Days
3
Dry Days
19
Rainfall
162
mm
Sun Hours
9.2
Hrs
