1 December - 28 February Daytime temperatures range from the mid 20's C to low 30's (80's F). The balmy hot summer days are perfect for adventures on the water, in the air and on the land. At 45° south, the summer days are long with midsummer dawn as early as 5am and darkness falling at 10pm and the outdoor living is seriously good. The Southern Lakes settles into holiday mode and is popular with both New Zealanders and overseas visitors, attracted by the clear waters, fresh air and breathtaking scenery as well as the countless activities on offer. Summer is the time for enjoying the area's walking tracks, cruising on the lakes, indulging on long lazy lunches at award-winning wineries and enjoying the great outdoors.