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Things to Do in South Island in Summer
Real historical weather for South Island in Summer: average highs of 1°C and lows of -5°C, with around 144mm of rain (averaged over the last 3 years).
1°C
Average high
-5°C
Average low
144mm
Typical rainfall
Real things to do in South Island in Summer
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South Coast Summer Day Tour in Small-Group from Reykjavik
★ 5.0(49 reviews)· 10 hrs
From €161
5-Hour Scenic Wine Tour with Private Guide & Up to 12 Tastings
★ 4.9(59 reviews)· 4h 30m
From €182
Premium Milford Sound Small Group Tour & Cruise from Queenstown
★ 4.9(3,530 reviews)· 13 hrs
From €192
Cruise Milford NZ Small Boutique Cruise Experience
★ 4.9(3,183 reviews)· 1h 45m
From €98
Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch
★ 4.8(376 reviews)· 13 hrs
From €130
2-Hour Milford Sound Scenic Cruise
★ 4.8(1,613 reviews)· 2 hrs
From €88
Milford Sound Day Tour with Scenic Cruise from Queenstown
★ 4.6(565 reviews)· 13 hrs
From €165
Milford Sound Nature Cruise with Southern Discoveries
★ 4.6(378 reviews)· 1h 45m
From €93
Full Day South Sea Island with Lunch & Drinks
★ 4.1(593 reviews)· 8 hrs
From €113
South Sea Island Half Day with Lunch & Drinks
★ 4.0(204 reviews)· 5 hrs
From €101
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Based on real historical data (averaged over the last 3 years), expect highs around 1°C and lows around -5°C, with roughly 144mm of rain.