Climate Overview
The climate in Lake Tekapo Aerodrome is cool. The average annual temperature is 8°C and approximately 1450mm of precipitation falls per year. Lake Tekapo Aerodrome receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Lake Tekapo Aerodrome is in the Southern Hemisphere. The seasons are reversed — summer runs from December to February, while winter falls between June and August. The summer months are: January, February, December. The coldest months are July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to -1°C. Snowfall occurs from February to November, with around 123cm accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Lake Tekapo Aerodrome sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from -1°C to 19°C. January is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 19°C with a mean of 14°C. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to -1°C and the daily average is 2°C. Daily temperature variation is modest, with an average difference of 8°C between highs and lows. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 3°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Lake Tekapo Aerodrome is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1450mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 121mm per month. The wettest month is July, averaging 155mm of rainfall. November and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is January, with just 100mm. That's 55mm less than July, the wettest month. Rainfall is relatively evenly distributed throughout the year, so there is no pronounced dry or wet season to plan around. Snowfall is a regular feature from February to November, with around 123cm accumulating over the season. July typically sees the most snow at around 28cm.
Wind
Lake Tekapo Aerodrome is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 12km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is November, averaging 13km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in July, with average winds dropping to 10km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 3km/h between the calmest and windiest months. Wind tends to pick up during the summer months. The seasonal averages are 10km/h in winter, 13km/h in spring, 13km/h in summer, 12km/h in autumn.
Seasons
89 days until Winter
It is currently autumn in Lake Tekapo Aerodrome, which began on March 20, 2026. Lake Tekapo Aerodrome is in the Southern Hemisphere, where the seasons are reversed — spring starts in September, summer in December, autumn in March, and winter in June. The warmest period peaks in January at around 19°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near -1°C. Winter is next, beginning on June 21, 2026 — 89 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 1 to 14°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 403mm across the season with a monthly average of 134mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.
Summer
Temperatures range from 8 to 19°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 326mm across the season with a monthly average of 109mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 13km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 3 to 17°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 353mm across the season with a monthly average of 118mm. Expect around 17cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 12km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.
Winter
Temperatures range from -1 to 6°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 368mm across the season with a monthly average of 123mm. Expect around 61cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 10km/h. Warm winter clothing and waterproof boots are a must, and travel may be affected by snow.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Lake Tekapo Aerodrome based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Snow is measured in centimetres (cm) and reflects average monthly snowfall accumulation. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.
