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Lake Tekapo Aurora Forecast

Nuova Zelanda44.00°S, 170.48°E

Real-time aurora australis probability and forecast for Lake Tekapo, New Zealand

Riserva Cielo ScuroAoraki/Mt CookOsservazione Stelle
Stagione Migliore

Mar, Apr, Mag, Giu, Lug, Ago, Set

Tipo di Aurora

Aurora Australe (Luci del Sud)

Fuso Orario

Pacific/Auckland

Condizioni Aurora Attuali

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Lake Tekapo Aurora Australis Viewing Guide

Lake Tekapo sits within the Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve, offering some of the darkest skies in New Zealand. The turquoise lake, Church of the Good Shepherd, and Aoraki/Mt Cook provide stunning aurora foregrounds.

Periodo Migliore

March to September is aurora season. The Dark Sky Reserve status means excellent conditions when aurora does appear. Strong Kp (5+) typically required.

Condizioni Meteo

Continental climate for New Zealand, meaning more clear nights than other areas. Temperatures from -5°C to 10°C in winter. Can be very cold after dark.

Consigli

  • Mount John Observatory offers guided night sky experiences
  • The Church of the Good Shepherd makes an iconic aurora foreground
  • Join local aurora alert groups for immediate notifications

Luoghi Consigliati

Mount John Observatory

Dark sky tours from the observatory. When aurora appears, it's visible above the mountains with perfect dark conditions.

43.9858°S, 170.4647°E

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Church of the Good Shepherd

The iconic stone church on the lake shore is one of New Zealand's most photographed locations. Aurora above it is magical.

44.0039°S, 170.4831°E

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Domande Frequenti

The Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve is one of the largest dark sky reserves in the world. Strict lighting regulations protect the natural darkness, making it ideal for stargazing and aurora viewing.

Dati da NOAA SWPC e Open-Meteo