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.
According to Lake Tekapo snow forecast for December 2025, no snow is expected until the end of the month.So far, December 2025 in Lake Tekapo is slightly warmer than the historical average by 0.9 °C.
The forecast for the coming days of December 2025 predicts a temperature of 16.4 °C , which is warmer than usual.
In general, the average temperature in Lake Tekapo at the beginning of December is 7.7 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 17.1 °C by the end of December.
Snow Forecast ❄️
Temperatures
15
Dry days
12
Rainy days
4
Snow days
6°/0°
Temperatures
13 km/h
Avg max wind
85 %
Avg humidity
Lake Tekapo Weather December
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Temperatures trend during December in Lake Tekapo
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December weather in Lake Tekapo day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Dec. |  Overcast | 8° /-1° | 2.5 mm | 1.1 cm | |
| 2 Dec. | Overcast | 4° /-1° | 9.7 mm | 7 cm | |
| 3 Dec. |  Moderate or heavy rain shower | 7° /0° | 17.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 4 Dec. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 9° /0° | 15.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 5 Dec. | Overcast | 9° /1° | 5.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 6 Dec. | Overcast | 9° /2° | 1.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 7 Dec. | Overcast | 8° /2° | 3.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 8 Dec. |  Moderate or heavy snow showers | 8° /0° | 58.9 mm | 1.3 cm | |
| 9 Dec. | Moderate or heavy snow showers | 6° /-1° | 11.6 mm | 3 cm | |
| 10 Dec. | Overcast | 6° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 11 Dec. |  Heavy rain at times | 5° /-1° | 2.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 12 Dec. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 7° /-2° | 7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 13 Dec. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 6° /1° | 7.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 14 Dec. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 6° /0° | 60.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 15 Dec. | Overcast | 6° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 16 Dec. |  Patchy rain possible | 10° /5° | 3.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 17 Dec. |  Partly cloudy | 14° /2° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 18 Dec. | Partly cloudy | 17° /7° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 19 Dec. |  Moderate rain | 12° /3° | 11.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 20 Dec. | Moderate rain | 9° /0° | 5.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 21 Dec. |  Sunny | 12° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 22 Dec. | Sunny | 15° /4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 23 Dec. | Sunny | 19° /6° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 24 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 16° /9° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 25 Dec. | Partly cloudy | 17° /8° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 26 Dec. | Sunny | 21° /7° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 27 Dec. |  Cloudy | 23° /9° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 28 Dec. | Sunny | 22° /11° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 29 Dec. | Sunny | 23° /9° | 0 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.
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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 12 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 11.14 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
Track daily snowfall levels and discover Lake Tekapo’s snowy potential this December ❄️
On average, Lake Tekapo sees 4 snowy days during December, with approximately 11.1 cm of total snowfall.
December rainfall patterns in Lake Tekapo
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Typically, Lake Tekapo has 12 rainy days in December with a total of 399.4 mm of rainfall.
UV exposure in Lake Tekapo during December
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