Climate Overview
The climate in Lake Tekapo Aerodrome is cool. The average annual temperature is 8°C and approximately 1350mm 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: February, January, December. The coldest months are July, June, August, when temperatures can drop to -1°C. Snowfall occurs from February to December, with around 174cm accumulating over the season.
Temperature
Lake Tekapo Aerodrome sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from -1°C to 19°C. February 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. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between March and April, with a 4°C shift in average temperatures.
Precipitation
Lake Tekapo Aerodrome is a fairly wet location, receiving approximately 1350mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 112mm per month. The wettest month is November, averaging 156mm of rainfall. December and July also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is June, with just 74mm. That's 81mm less than November, 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 December, with around 174cm accumulating over the season. July typically sees the most snow at around 35cm.
Wind
Lake Tekapo 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 January, averaging 2km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in March, 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
84 days until Spring
It is currently winter in Lake Tekapo Aerodrome, which began on June 21, 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 February at around 19°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in July near -1°C. Spring is next, beginning on September 23, 2026 — 84 days from now.
Spring
Temperatures range from 1 to 15°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 369mm across the season with a monthly average of 123mm. 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 19°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 368mm across the season with a monthly average of 123mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 2km/h. Comfortable clothing with a light layer for cooler evenings is all you need.
Autumn
Temperatures range from 2 to 17°C. Rainfall is heavy, totalling around 334mm across the season with a monthly average of 111mm. Expect around 28cm 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 -1 to 7°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 278mm for the season, averaging 93mm per month. Expect around 80cm 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 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.
