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December, High crowds, average high temperature 60 degrees Fahrenheit, average low temperature 51 degrees Fahrenheit. Sunny most days.
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January, Moderate crowds, average high temperature 62 degrees Fahrenheit, average low temperature 53 degrees Fahrenheit. Sunny most days.
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March, High crowds, average high temperature 61 degrees Fahrenheit, average low temperature 52 degrees Fahrenheit. Sunny most days.
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October, Moderate crowds, average high temperature 54 degrees Fahrenheit, average low temperature 45 degrees Fahrenheit. Sunny most days.
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November, High crowds, average high temperature 57 degrees Fahrenheit, average low temperature 48 degrees Fahrenheit. Sunny most days.
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Top landmarks in South Hill

In Oamaru there's a little blue penguin colony where you can pay to see a show and learn about the penguins and watch them come in for the night. Penguins in New Zealand are only around at dusk when they swim in from a day at sea for the night.
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Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony

4.4/5 (96 reviews)
If you like quiet time surrounded by flowers and greenery, hang out at Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony in South Hill. Want to stretch your legs some more? Head to Oamaru Gardens, located nearby.
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Oamaru featuring sailing, boating and a bay or harbor

Oamaru Harbour

4.4/5 (150 reviews)
Why not relax on the waterfront and snap some great vacation pics at Oamaru Harbour when visiting Oamaru.
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Poshtel

Poshtel

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful historic building. Very walkable to nearby resturaunts and town sites. Lovely lounge. Great breakfast."
Thomas 1-night trip
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Can I receive a refund if I cancel my South Hill hotel booking?
The majority of hotels offer free cancellation, so you can receive a refund if you need to cancel your booking. Some South Hill hotels require you to cancel more than 24 hours before check-in, so look at your booking beforehand. For extra peace of mind before you book, filter hotels by "Property cancellation options" and select "Fully refundable property".
Is it worth staying in South Hill?
There are 12 hotels in the area to find your perfect somewhere. Basing yourself in South Hill makes it easy to explore Oamaru, including the neighborhoods of Oamaru North and Historic Precinct.
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