Which is the hottest month in Lake Tekapo?

The hottest time of year in Lake Tekapo is normally January. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 22°C.

Which month has the most rain in Lake Tekapo?

In terms of rainfall, October is usually the wettest month in Lake Tekapo with 63mm on average. There are normally 8 days in October with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Lake Tekapo?

The sunniest time of year in Lake Tekapo is normally February with bright sunshine on average for 56% of daylight hours; that's 8 hours of sunshine per day.

Best time to visit Lake Tekapo

Q: When is the best time to visit Lake Tekapo?

The best time to visit Lake Tekapo is January and February based on the following average weather conditions. Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C.

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When is the best time to visit Lake Tekapo?

The best time to visit Lake Tekapo is January and February based on the following average weather conditions.

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The weather guide for New Zealand (Lake Tekapo) shows long term weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia) & today's weather forecast provided by meteoblue. Find out more about our data sources.

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