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November
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High 13°C / low 6°C. Sunny most days.
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November, High crowds, average high temperature 13 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 6 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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December, High crowds, average high temperature 15 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 7 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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January, High crowds, average high temperature 16 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 8 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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February, High crowds, average high temperature 17 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 9 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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March, Moderate crowds, average high temperature 15 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 8 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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April, Moderate crowds, average high temperature 13 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 6 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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May, Low crowds, average high temperature 9 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 4 degrees Celsius. Partly sunny.
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June, Low crowds, average high temperature 6 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 1 degrees Celsius. Partly sunny.
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July, Low crowds, average high temperature 5 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 0 degrees Celsius. Partly sunny.
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August, Moderate crowds, average high temperature 6 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 1 degrees Celsius. Partly sunny.
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September, Low crowds, average high temperature 9 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 2 degrees Celsius. Partly sunny.
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October, Moderate crowds, average high temperature 10 degrees Celsius, average low temperature 4 degrees Celsius. Sunny most days.
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Top landmarks in Wānaka

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Gazing across Lake Wānaka's crystal waters, you'll understand why locals never seem in a hurry to be anywhere else. Mount Aspiring National Park beckons with hiking trails that reward even casual walkers with postcard-worthy vistas. Puzzling World's tilted rooms and optical illusions provide a mental workout before you tackle Mount Iron's lookout trail. Skiers flock to Cardrona and Treble Cone in winter, while summer brings paddleboarders to the lake's famous 'That Wānaka Tree' - possibly the most photographed willow on Instagram. Rippon Vineyard offers wine tastings with views that make it difficult to focus on your glass. The Warbirds & Wheels museum showcases vintage aircraft and cars with the enthusiasm of someone showing off their personal collection.

Lake Hawea showing a lake or waterhole and mountains

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Frequently asked questions

What accommodations do travelers like in Wānaka?
West Meadows Motel, Criffel Peak View B&B and Apartment and Wanaka Homestead Lodge & Cottages are all accommodations that are popular with guests.
Where can I get free parking at my hotel in Wānaka?
These hotels offer the perk of free parking: ASURE Brookvale Motel and Wanaka View Motel.
Can I book refundable accommodations in Wānaka?
If you want the flexibility to change your travel plans to Wānaka, most properties provide refundable* rates you can book. You can find these accommodations by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow down the results.
Where can I stay in Wānaka if I want an affordable accommodation?
An inexpensive option worth considering is Luna Lodge Wānaka. You can browse more choices on our site, including 10 motels.
Where can I stay in Wānaka if I want a vacation rental instead of a traditional hotel?
If you want to find a good alternative to a hotel, look over our selection of 377 vacation homes. You can also book one of 110 apartments or 15 villas.
What will the weather in Wānaka be like during my vacation?
The warmest months in Wānaka are usually February and January with an average temp of 54°F. July and August are the chilliest months when the average temp is 38°F. The rainiest months are May and October.
Why should I book my Wānaka hotel with Hotels.com?
There are plenty of reasons to book your Wānaka travel with us: our free cancellations on selected hotels gives you the flexibility you're looking for, and with One Key™, our rewards program, you will be able to earn and use OneKeyCash™* on all eligible bookings such as hotels, car rentals, flights, vacation rentals and more on Hotels.com, Expedia and Vrbo.

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