Climate Insights for Lake Station Aerodrome

, Nelson, New Zealand

Hottest
February
18°C peak
Coldest
July
0°C low
Wettest
September
184mm rain
Best to Visit
Varies throughout year

Climate Overview

The climate in Lake Station Aerodrome is cool. The average annual temperature is 8°C and approximately 1741mm of precipitation falls per year. Lake Station Aerodrome receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Lake Station 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: February, January, December. The coldest months are July, August, June, when temperatures can drop to 0°C. Snowfall occurs from April to November, with around 97cm accumulating over the season.

Temperature

10° 15° 20° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 18° Average: 13° Min: 9° Feb Max: 18° Average: 13° Min: 9° Mar Max: 16° Average: 12° Min: 8° Apr Max: 12° Average: 8° Min: 4° May Max: 10° Average: 6° Min: 3° Jun Max: 8° Average: 3° Min: 1° Jul Max: 6° Average: 3° Min: 0° Aug Max: 7° Average: 4° Min: 1° Sep Max: 9° Average: 5° Min: 2° Oct Max: 12° Average: 7° Min: 4° Nov Max: 14° Average: 10° Min: 6° Dec Max: 16° Average: 12° Min: 8°
Max
Average
Min

Lake Station Aerodrome sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 0°C to 18°C. February is the warmest month, though highs remain moderate at 18°C with a mean of 13°C. The coldest month is July, when overnight lows fall to 0°C and the daily average is 3°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 4°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 50mm 100mm 150mm 200mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 142mm Snow: 0mm Feb Precipitation: 123mm Snow: 0mm Mar Precipitation: 124mm Snow: 0mm Apr Precipitation: 127mm Snow: 5mm May Precipitation: 179mm Snow: 8mm Jun Precipitation: 81mm Snow: 9mm Jul Precipitation: 172mm Snow: 26mm Aug Precipitation: 115mm Snow: 16mm Sep Precipitation: 184mm Snow: 23mm Oct Precipitation: 142mm Snow: 5mm Nov Precipitation: 183mm Snow: 4mm Dec Precipitation: 168mm Snow: 1mm
Precipitation
Snow

Lake Station Aerodrome is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1741mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 145mm per month. The wettest month is September, averaging 184mm of rainfall. November and May also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 81mm. That's 103mm less than September, 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 April to November, with around 97cm accumulating over the season. July typically sees the most snow at around 26cm.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 2km/h Feb Wind Speed: 2km/h Mar Wind Speed: 2km/h Apr Wind Speed: 2km/h May Wind Speed: 2km/h Jun Wind Speed: 2km/h Jul Wind Speed: 2km/h Aug Wind Speed: 2km/h Sep Wind Speed: 2km/h Oct Wind Speed: 2km/h Nov Wind Speed: 2km/h Dec Wind Speed: 2km/h
Wind Speed

Lake Station Aerodrome is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2km/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 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 2km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 0km/h between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Sep 23
Summer
Dec 21
Autumn
Mar 20

84 days until Spring

It is currently winter in Lake Station Aerodrome, which began on June 21, 2026. Lake Station 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 February at around 18°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near 0°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 84 days from now.

Spring

Temperatures range from 2 to 14°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 509mm across the season with a monthly average of 170mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. An umbrella or waterproof jacket is advisable as spring showers are frequent.

Summer

Temperatures range from 8 to 18°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 434mm across the season with a monthly average of 145mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 3 to 16°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 431mm across the season with a monthly average of 144mm. Expect around 13cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. A waterproof jacket and sturdy footwear are recommended as rain becomes more frequent.

Winter

Temperatures range from 0 to 8°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 368mm across the season with a monthly average of 123mm. Expect around 52cm of snow accumulation during this period. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/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 Station 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.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
9 °C
18 °C
2 km/h
142 mm
0 cm
Feb
9 °C
18 °C
2 km/h
123 mm
0 cm
Mar
8 °C
16 °C
2 km/h
124 mm
0 cm
Apr
4 °C
12 °C
2 km/h
127 mm
5 cm
May
3 °C
10 °C
2 km/h
179 mm
8 cm
Jun
1 °C
8 °C
2 km/h
81 mm
9 cm
Jul Current
0 °C
6 °C
2 km/h
172 mm
26 cm
Aug
1 °C
7 °C
2 km/h
115 mm
16 cm
Sep
2 °C
9 °C
2 km/h
184 mm
23 cm
Oct
4 °C
12 °C
2 km/h
142 mm
5 cm
Nov
6 °C
14 °C
2 km/h
183 mm
4 cm
Dec
8 °C
16 °C
2 km/h
168 mm
1 cm
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