When to go · Lake Tekapo
Lake Tekapo in September
Mixed month. Outside the best window (Nov–Apr; Dec–Feb for warm days and lupins, Mar–Apr for quieter roads). Across New Zealand: Spring: lambs and blossom, but changeable weather and late snow; daylight saving starts late in the month.
Key facts
- Verdict
- Mixed
- Temperature
- 12°C54°F / 1°C34°F
- average high / low
- Rain days
- 8
- Crowds
- Low
- New Zealand overall
- Prices
- Low
- New Zealand overall
Verdict
MixedNew Zealand month rating
Outside the best window (Nov–Apr; Dec–Feb for warm days and lupins, Mar–Apr for quieter roads). Across New Zealand: Spring: lambs and blossom, but changeable weather and late snow; daylight saving starts late in the month.
Weather in September
- Lake TekapoHighs around 12 °C, lows around 1 °C, rain on about 8 daysHighs around 54 °F, lows around 34 °F, rain on about 8 days
Crowds and prices
- Crowds · New Zealand overall
- Low
- Prices · New Zealand overall
- Low
New Zealand overall: Spring: lambs and blossom, but changeable weather and late snow; daylight saving starts late in the month.
What to pack
- A warm coat, hat and gloves for mornings and evenings