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Today weather in Whanganui
Saturday, 18th April 2026
17°
Heavy rain
Official weather alert: Rain Warning. Mild temperatures are expected in Whanganui Today, peaking at around 16 °C and dropping to 14 °C by night. It'll be quite breezy in Whanganui Today with average wind speeds of 27 km/h. Torrential rain is predicted with a total of over 25.75 mm. Stay safe!
17° / 14°
Temp
94%
Rain
27 km/h
Wind
83%
Humidity
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Whanganui hourly forecast for today
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| temperatures | 15.1° | 15.5° | 15.5° | 15.6° | 15.9° | 15.9° | 16° | Sunrise | 16.3° | 16.4° | 15.5° | 15.6° | 16.8° | 16° | 16.7° | 16° | 16.2° | 16° | 16° | Sunset | 16.1° | 17.1° | 16.6° | 14.7° | 14.5° | 14.3° | |
| wind speed | 23 km/h | 25 km/h | 25 km/h | 26 km/h | 26 km/h | 26 km/h | 25 km/h | 23 km/h | 23 km/h | 22 km/h | 25 km/h | 26 km/h | 22 km/h | 23 km/h | 27 km/h | 25 km/h | 26 km/h | 24 km/h | 27 km/h | 26 km/h | 23 km/h | 18 km/h | 20 km/h | 14 km/h | |||
| wind degree | 342° | 338° | 341° | 344° | 343° | 344° | 346° | 347° | 347° | 0° | 355° | 339° | 347° | 350° | 352° | 337° | 347° | 350° | 346° | 352° | 2° | 339° | 344° | 348° | |||
| wind direction | NNW | NNW | NNW | NNW | NNW | NNW | NNW | NNW | NNW | N | N | NNW | NNW | N | N | NNW | NNW | N | NNW | N | N | NNW | NNW | NNW | |||
| Precipitation | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0 mm | 0.1 mm | 0.2 mm | 0.3 mm | 0.1 mm | 1.2 mm | 1.2 mm | 0.5 mm | 1.3 mm | 0.7 mm | 0.9 mm | 1.6 mm | 1 mm | 0.1 mm | 0.1 mm | 4.1 mm | 5.1 mm | 7.3 mm | |||
| chance for rain | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | |||
| chance for snow | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | |||
| humidity | 80% | 78% | 78% | 78% | 78% | 78% | 77% | 79% | 81% | 81% | 83% | 80% | 84% | 79% | 82% | 86% | 89% | 89% | 89% | 79% | 82% | 92% | 93% | 94% | |||
| dew point | 11.7° | 11.6° | 11.7° | 11.8° | 12° | 12° | 12.4° | 12.8° | 13.3° | 12.2° | 12.7° | 13.4° | 13.4° | 13.1° | 13° | 14° | 14.3° | 14.3° | 14.3° | 13.4° | 13.5° | 13.4° | 13.4° | 13.4° | |||
| visibility | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 2 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 5 km | 9 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 10 km | 7 km | 7 km | 7 km | |||
| cloud cover | 45% | 42% | 50% | 45% | 41% | 50% | 50% | 93% | 77% | 77% | 95% | 100% | 89% | 74% | 77% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 92% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 93% | |||
| UV | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.1 | 0.3 | 0.3 | 1 | 0.9 | 2.3 | 1.8 | 0.9 | 0.1 | 0.1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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Weather in Whanganui today
The weather in Whanganui today is expected to be slightly cooler than usual, with a forecast temperature of 17 °C, compared to an average of 19.7 °C for 18th of April in recent years.
temperatures
17 °C
rain
25.8 mm
wind
27 km/h
UV
Low
Whanganui daylight overview ☀️
Today in Whanganui, The sun rises at 06:51 and sets at 17:47, giving a total daylight duration of 10 hours and 56 minutes.
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The weather today in Whanganui - FAQ
What is the maximum temperature for today in Whanganui?
The maximum temperature for today in Whanganui is expected to be 17° degrees. Please dress accordingly to stay comfortable throughout the day.
Will it rain today in Whanganui? 🌧️
Yes, there is a 94% chance of rain in Whanganui today. We recommend carrying an umbrella or rain gear to stay dry.
What will be the wind speed today in Whanganui? 🌀
The wind in Whanganui is expected to blow at 27 km/h. This could affect outdoor activities, so plan accordingly.
How should I dress for the weather in Whanganui today?
Given the forecast of 17 °C with a 94% chance of rain, we advise checking our "What to wear today" section for recommendations. There, you will find tailored advice to help you stay comfortable and prepared for the weather conditions in Whanganui today.
What is the sunrise and sunset time for Whanganui today?
The sun is expected to rise at 06:51 and set at 17:47 in Whanganui.
How accurate is the weather forecast Whanganui today? ✅
Whanganui weather forecast for today is based on the most current and sophisticated meteorological models available. While we strive for accuracy, weather conditions can change unexpectedly, so we recommend checking for updates regularly.
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