The weather in Wanaka in October is very cold with temperatures between 1°C and 10°C, warm clothes are a must.
You can expect rain for roughly half of the month of October 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.
Please note that Wanaka can expect a few days of snow in October.
Our weather forecast can give you a great sense of what weather to expect in Wanaka in October 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
10° / 1°
Rainy Days
10
Snowy Days
2
Dry Days
19
Rainfall
193
mm
Sun Hours
9.9
Hrs