Lake Gunn
Lake Alpine lake in Fiordland National Park, New Zealand
In Southland, Lake Gunn lies among tussock and beech country; trampers and anglers use it as a base for nearby walking tracks and backcountry camps.
How to Get to Lake Gunn #
Accessible directly from State Highway 94 (Milford Road) between Te Anau and Milford Sound. The main car park and short loop walk are a short pull-off from the highway; allow extra travel time in winter when road conditions can change.
Tips for Visiting Lake Gunn #
- Stop at the small DOC car park on SH94 if approaching from Te Anau-there is a short nature walk through beech forest to lakeside viewpoints.
- The lake sits close to the Milford Road (SH94); weather can change quickly-carry waterproof layers.
- Dawn and dusk are best for reflections and quiet photography; avoid the busiest midday tourist coach hours.
Best Time to Visit Lake Gunn #
Summer for accessibility and light; shoulder seasons bring quieter conditions and more dramatic weather.
Weather & Climate near Lake Gunn #
Lake Gunn's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with cool summers (peaking in January) and cold winters (coldest in July). Temperatures range from -2°C to 18°C. Heavy rainfall (2858 mm/year), wettest in December.
January
January is cool with highs of 17°C and lows of 7°C. Heavy rain (340 mm).
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February
February is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 7°C. Significant rainfall (162 mm).
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March
March is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. Heavy rain (237 mm).
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April
April is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. Heavy rain (216 mm).
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May
May is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 1°C. Heavy rain (301 mm).
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June
June is cold with highs of 5°C and lows of -2°C. Significant rainfall (190 mm).
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July
July is the coolest month with highs of 5°C and lows of -2°C. Significant rainfall (121 mm).
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August
August is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of -1°C. Significant rainfall (148 mm).
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September
September is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 0°C. Heavy rain (209 mm) and breezy conditions.
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October
October is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 2°C. Heavy rain (359 mm) and breezy conditions.
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November
November is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (187 mm).
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December
December is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 6°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (388 mm).
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