Christchurch vs Lake Tekapo in January

Christchurch and Lake Tekapo are nearly tied in January — 93 vs 92 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Christchurch is nice, a little rain, clean air; Lake Tekapo is nice, rainy, clean air.

Christchurch vs Lake TekapoJanuary climate, side by side

ChristchurchLake Tekapo
Comfort score93/100 (S)92/100 (S)
Feels-like high23°C19°C
Avg high / low23° / 12°19° / 10°
Rainfall52 mm92 mm
Rainy days812
Humidity71%72%
Air quality (AQI)2315

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Christchurch vs Lake Tekapo in January — FAQ

Is January better in Christchurch or Lake Tekapo?
Christchurch and Lake Tekapo are nearly tied in January — 93 vs 92 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Christchurch is nice, a little rain, clean air; Lake Tekapo is nice, rainy, clean air.
What is the weather like in Christchurch vs Lake Tekapo in January?
In January, Christchurch averages 23°C high / 12°C low with about 52 mm of rain; Lake Tekapo averages 19°C high / 10°C low with about 92 mm.