Queenstown weather in December (Tasmania)
Looking to travel to Queenstown in December? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.
In December, Queenstown generally has moderate temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 18°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 9°C.
Queenstown in December usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 167 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 12 days of the month will see rainfall.
Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm January and February typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Queenstown climate page with graphs.
Queenstown, monthly averages in December
Where to go in Tasmania in December
Find out more about the weather in Tasmania in December and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
So, what should you wear in this month?
For visitors traveling to Queenstown, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in December.
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