Lake Tekapo
December
Weather in Lake Tekapo for December 2025
Your guide to Lake Tekapo weather in December - trends and predictions
With an average of 4 snowy days, Lake Tekapo usually enjoys a light touch of snow in December.
In general, the average temperature in Lake Tekapo at the beginning of December is 7.1 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to slightly increase, reaching an average of 7.4 °C by the end of December.
Snow Forecast ❄️
Temperatures
12
Dry days
15
Rainy days
4
Snow days
6°/0°
Temperatures
13 km/h
Avg max wind
86 %
Avg humidity
Lake Tekapo Weather December
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| Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1  8° | 2 6° | 3  7° | 4 8° | 5 6° | 6 9° | 7 6° |
| 8  6° | 9 3° | 10 2° | 11  4° | 12 5° | 13 4° | 14 4° |
| 15 6° | 16 3° | 17  6° | 18 8° | 19 5° | 20 4° | 21  5° |
| 22 5° | 23 7° | 24 8° | 25 7° | 26 7° | 27  8° | 28 10° |
| 29 6° | 30 4° | 31  10° |
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Temperatures trend during December in Lake Tekapo
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December weather day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Dec. | Overcast | 8° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 2 Dec. | Overcast | 6° /1° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 3 Dec. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 7° /2° | 34.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 4 Dec. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 8° /2° | 30.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 5 Dec. | Overcast | 6° /0° | 2.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 6 Dec. | Overcast | 9° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 7 Dec. | Overcast | 6° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 8 Dec. | Moderate or heavy snow showers | 6° /0° | 81.9 mm | 2.7 cm | |
| 9 Dec. | Moderate or heavy snow showers | 3° /-1° | 23.2 mm | 5.9 cm | |
| 10 Dec. | Overcast | 2° /-3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 11 Dec. | Heavy rain at times | 4° /0° | 5.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 12 Dec. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 5° /0° | 14 mm | 0 cm | |
| 13 Dec. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 4° /1° | 15.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 14 Dec. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 4° /0° | 121.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 15 Dec. | Overcast | 6° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 16 Dec. | Moderate or heavy snow showers | 3° /-2° | 5.8 mm | 1.5 cm | |
| 17 Dec. | Cloudy | 6° /-5° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 18 Dec. | Overcast | 8° /1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 19 Dec. | Overcast | 5° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 20 Dec. | Moderate rain at times | 4° /1° | 4.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 21 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 5° /1° | 4.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 22 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 5° /0° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 23 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /2° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 24 Dec. | Overcast | 8° /3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 25 Dec. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 7° /3° | 20 mm | 0 cm | |
| 26 Dec. | Heavy rain at times | 7° /2° | 5.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 27 Dec. | Sunny | 8° /0° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 28 Dec. | Overcast | 10° /3° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 29 Dec. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 6° /2° | 15.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 30 Dec. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 4° /0° | 14.4 mm | 1 cm | |
| 31 Dec. | Light freezing rain | 10° /0° | 0.6 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Lake Tekapo in December is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Lake Tekapo forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Lake Tekapo in December - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Lake Tekapo during December?
Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 6° and colder nights, dipping below 0°.
How much rainfall should be expected in Lake Tekapo during December?
Significant rainfall exceeding 399.4 mm is expected in Lake Tekapo during December, occurring over more than 15 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Lake Tekapo in December 2025?
Lake Tekapo experiences an average snowfall of 11.1 cm during December, occurring over 4 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Lake Tekapo during December?
The average wind speed in Lake Tekapo during December is 13 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
Lake Tekapo snow forecast December 2025
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December rainfall patterns in Lake Tekapo
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