Overall the city is surrounded by Avon, Heathcote and Waimakariri Rivers, and the Canterbury Plains. The climate is considered to be temperate, with cool and mild summers (maximum temperature 23°C/73.4°F), and cold and frosty winters (temperatures fall below 0°C/32°F frequently).
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Temple Basin has a varied terrain on four basins, offering 22 trails and is addressed to skiers of all levels. It also provides deep chutes, and for those who prefer freestyle skiing, there are many natural jumps, pipes and lips. Night skiing also available.
Note: You will have to walk 40-50 min from the car park to reach the ski area.
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