Arrowtown weather in December (Otago, New Zealand)

Will it be warm or cold in Arrowtown this December? Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

In December, Arrowtown usually has moderate temperatures and high rainfall. December marks the summer season. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 16°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 6°C.

Precipitation

Arrowtown in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 144 mm for the month. With the most rainfall occurring this month, it's practical to keep an umbrella handy for sudden downpours. Typically around 12 days days of rainfall are expected.

Average sunshine

With around 223 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, December is a prime time to visit Arrowtown. January, February, March and December typically offer the best circumstances. While April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Arrowtown, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 6°C  

Max Temperature 16°C  

Chance of Rain 40%  

Precipitation 144 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 69% *  

Sunshine 223 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Queenstown, New Zealand (16 KM, 10 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?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

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?

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