Alexandra weather in December (Otago, New Zealand)

Will it be warm or cold in Alexandra this December? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

The month of December in Alexandra typically brings moderate temperatures and high rainfall. Enjoy the summer season during this month. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 17°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 7°C.

Precipitation

Alexandra in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 103 mm for the month. Given that this is the rainiest month, it's wise to carry an umbrella to stay dry during unexpected showers. Past climate data indicates that roughly 9 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 223 hours of sunshine. Making it a pleasant time to visit Alexandra.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures February generally stands out with the best circumstances. While May, June, July, August and September tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Alexandra climate page with graphs.

 

Alexandra, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 7°C  

Max Temperature 17°C  

Chance of Rain 31%  

Precipitation 103 mm  

Rainy days 9 days  

Humidity 69% *  

Sunshine 223 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Queenstown, New Zealand (62 KM, 38 Miles).

Where to go in New Zealand in December

Find out more about the weather in New Zealand and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

For visitors traveling to Alexandra, 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.

Cycling

5/10

Walking

5/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Alexandra.

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