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Timaru weather essentials

Monthly Averages
Month
High
Low
Dec
66°F 18°C
48°F 8°C
Jan
68°F 20°C
50°F 10°C
Feb
69°F 20°C
51°F 10°C
Mar
66°F 18°C
48°F 8°C
Apr
60°F 15°C
42°F 5°C
May
56°F 13°C
38°F 3°C

Extended Forecast
Friday
1 Jan
Hi:
71°F 21°C
Lo:
57°F 13°C
Saturday
2 Jan
Hi:
69°F 20°C
Lo:
46°F 7°C
Sunday
3 Jan
Hi:
73°F 22°C
Lo:
50°F 10°C
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“I wouldn't stay anywhere else!”

Grosvenor Hotel

5 of 5 stars
Shigmaster2001
Los Angeles
29 Dec 2009

I could not say enough good things about the Grosvenor Hotel. The staff is friendly and welcoming, the food and entertainment in both the TGB and the No. 8 Wire bar are fantastic, the rooms are clean, and it is centrally located in the city. It is located within walking distance of shops, the Timaru gardens, and the beach. I... more

“Stayed before and will stay again”

Panorama Motor Lodge

5 of 5 stars
stephb67
South Island, New Zealand
23 Dec 2009

We have stayed at the Panorama a few times now and would not hesitate to recommend it to family and friends. The owners are always friendly, the facilties more than adequate and the location superb. The rooms are as a rule spacious and well equipped. We have never had any issue with road noise despite staying in a variety of... more

“Great B&B that we returned to again”

Sefton Homestay Bed and Breakfast

5 of 5 stars
banteng
East Coast, Australia
15 Nov 2009

Travelled with friends from Australia experiencing the South Island's many delights. It is 18 months since we were here last & we had no hesitation in booking at this great Timaru B&B again. The hosts John & Trish are longtime locals & can assist with all facets of information required including food, watering holes, attractions, must see & must do's.... more

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