Beach Weather in Lake Wakatipu, Otago Region, New Zealand

BEACH WEATHER MONTHLY AVERAGES
Best
Best
Best
Best
Sea
14°
 
Sea
15°
 
Sea
14°
 
Sea
11°
 
Sea
11°
 
Sea
 
Sea
 
Sea
 
Sea
 
Sea
10°
 
Sea
10°
 
Sea
11°
 
BEACH WEATHER FORECAST
Sun 10th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 11° 12° 15° 17° 17°
100% 51% 75% 9% 4% 6% 1% 3%
1.1mm 0.4mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Mon 11th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12° 15° 16° 12°
9% 16% 4% 0% 4% 5% 27% 70%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Tue 12th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10°
100% 75% 100% 85% 100% 98% 79% 84%
0.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.3mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.0mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Wed 13th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
-0° 17° 21° 19° 10°
15% 17% 24% 27% 6% 0% 0% 2%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Thu 14th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 21° 23° 23° 11°
6% 3% 15% 2% 5% 6% 5% 16%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Fri 15th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
15° 14° 12° 11° 10°
12% 13% 28% 48% 80% 100% 85% 58%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 2.7mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
Sat 16th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 10° 12° 15° 19° 21° 20° 12°
59% 100% 66% 61% 85% 80% 11% 27%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
12°
Sun 10th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
24
kmh
32
kmh
35
kmh
34
kmh
36
kmh
37
kmh
41
kmh
39
kmh
0.9m
1.3m
1.2m
1.0m
1.3m
1.3m
1.3m
1.2m
11.1s 11.0s 10.5s 10.3s 10.2s 9.9s 9.8s 9.6s
Mon 11th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
30
kmh
18
kmh
5
kmh
13
kmh
22
kmh
26
kmh
30
kmh
37
kmh
1.0m
0.7m
0.6m
0.7m
0.9m
1.0m
0.8m
1.1m
10.8s 10.7s 10.7s 10.7s 10.6s 10.4s 10.2s 10.2s
Tue 12th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
32
kmh
36
kmh
42
kmh
42
kmh
46
kmh
46
kmh
46
kmh
41
kmh
1.4m
1.5m
1.9m
1.9m
2.0m
2.2m
2.0m
1.6m
13.1s 12.5s 13.1s 13.0s 13.0s 12.8s 20.6s 19.7s
Wed 13th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
36
kmh
22
kmh
22
kmh
23
kmh
20
kmh
25
kmh
26
kmh
26
kmh
1.3m
0.9m
0.6m
0.2m
0.3m
1.1m
1.2m
1.2m
17.1s 17.0s 17.1s 17.0s 16.3s 15.7s 11.4s 11.1s
Thu 14th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
37
kmh
35
kmh
37
kmh
41
kmh
39
kmh
26
kmh
11
kmh
12
kmh
1.3m
1.4m
1.2m
1.2m
1.4m
0.8m
0.4m
0.2m
11.0s 10.9s 10.8s 10.7s 10.4s 14.0s 13.9s 13.6s
Fri 15th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
29
kmh
40
kmh
48
kmh
56
kmh
62
kmh
53
kmh
48
kmh
40
kmh
0.8m
1.4m
1.7m
2.4m
2.3m
2.2m
0.9m
0.5m
13.6s 13.5s 13.4s 13.4s 13.4s 13.4s 8.1s 8.5s
Sat 16th December
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
39
kmh
33
kmh
27
kmh
17
kmh
16
kmh
15
kmh
8
kmh
8
kmh
0.4m
0.3m
0.2m
0.3m
1.0m
1.6m
1.5m
1.3m
8.2s 8.5s 9.1s 9.0s 8.9s 8.8s 9.1s 10.8s
Sun 10th December
3:56 AM 10:27 AM 4:27 PM 10:32 PM
0.80 1.70 0.90 1.80
Mon 11th December
4:43 AM 11:20 AM 5:17 PM 11:23 PM
0.80 1.80 0.80 1.80
Tue 12th December
5:32 AM 12:07 PM 6:06 PM
0.70 1.90 0.70
Wed 13th December
12:13 AM 6:22 AM 12:52 PM 6:55 PM
1.90 0.60 2.00 0.60
Thu 14th December
1:02 AM 7:13 AM 1:38 PM 7:45 PM
2.00 0.50 2.10 0.50
Fri 15th December
1:51 AM 8:03 AM 2:25 PM 8:35 PM
2.00 0.40 2.20 0.50
Sat 16th December
2:41 AM 8:52 AM 3:14 PM 9:26 PM
2.10 0.30 2.30 0.40
Sun 10th December
18°
1.5mm
9kmh W
31%
Mon 11th December
17°
0.0mm
12kmh W
16%
Tue 12th December
10°
0.8mm
18kmh WSW
90%
Wed 13th December
21°
0.0mm
11kmh W
11%
Thu 14th December
23°
0.0mm
7kmh WSW
7%
Fri 15th December
15°
2.7mm
9kmh WNW
53%
Sat 16th December
21°
0.2mm
8kmh WNW
61%
Sun 17th December
22°
0.1mm
3kmh W
34%
Mon 18th December
23°
0.7mm
8kmh WNW
74%
Tue 19th December
24°
0.0mm
2kmh WNW
49%
Wed 20th December
24°
0.3mm
5kmh NW
43%
Thu 21st December
17°
0.5mm
9kmh WNW
62%
Fri 22nd December
10°
2.0mm
8kmh ENE
98%
Sat 23rd December
20°
0.0mm
9kmh NNE
62%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 19° which is not so warm but sunbathing may be possible on some days. The average water temperature will be 13° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea. There will be 9 days of very light rain with an average of 1.0mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 49%.

If you are sailing, windsurfing, fishing, surfing etc. in Lake Wakatipu don't forget to check the tide and wind and wave conditions

Taking a Holiday at Lake Wakatipu, Otago Region, South Island, New Zealand

Imagine taking a holiday at the stunning beach of Lake Wakatipu, located in the Otago Region of New Zealand's South Island. This picturesque destination is surrounded by breathtaking mountain ranges and offers a serene atmosphere to relax and rejuvenate. With its crystal-clear waters and majestic landscapes, Lake Wakatipu is undoubtedly an ideal spot for a beach vacation.

Beach Type

The beaches around Lake Wakatipu are mostly made up of coarse sand, pebbles, and rocky shores. While you may not find powdery white sand here, the unique terrain makes it an interesting place to explore. The rocky shores and underwater formations provide excellent opportunities for snorkeling and diving, as they attract diverse marine life that thrives in these environments.

Beach Activities

Lake Wakatipu offers a range of exciting beach activities that cater to different interests:

  1. Swimming: With its pristine waters, swimming in Lake Wakatipu is a refreshing experience.
  2. Kayaking: Explore the lake's shoreline and hidden bays by renting a kayak.
  3. Fishing: Try your luck at catching some trout or salmon in the lake's clear waters.
  4. Boating: Charter a boat or join a scenic cruise to explore the vast expanse of Lake Wakatipu.
  5. Snorkeling and diving: Discover the underwater world around the lake's rocky shores, where you can observe diverse marine life.

Accommodations

While there are no beach resorts directly on the shores of Lake Wakatipu, several hotels and lodges offer lakeside accommodation with stunning views:

  1. Matakauri Lodge
  2. Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa
  3. The Rees Hotel & Luxury Apartments

Areas to Stay In

When planning your stay at Lake Wakatipu, consider these popular areas:

  1. Queenstown: As the main town around the lake, Queenstown offers a range of accommodation options and easy access to various activities.
  2. Glenorchy: Located at the northern end of Lake Wakatipu, Glenorchy is a small, picturesque village that offers a more peaceful alternative to Queenstown.
  3. Kingston: At the southern end of the lake, Kingston is a quiet lakeside community with stunning views and easy access to outdoor activities.

Beach Amenities

Lake Wakatipu's beaches offer a range of amenities to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable visit:

  • Public toilets
  • Picnic areas
  • Walking trails
  • Water sports equipment rentals
  • Boat ramps

Lake Wakatipu in New Zealand's South Island is an idyllic destination for a beach holiday. With its unique shoreline, exciting activities, and breathtaking scenery, it promises an unforgettable experience for visitors.

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