Arthur's Pass weather in December (Canterbury, New Zealand)

Curious about the December weather in Arthur's Pass? 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, Arthur's Pass generally has moderate temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 15°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 6°C.

Arthur's Pass in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 275 mm for the month. Typically around 18 days of rainfall is expected.

With around 197 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Arthur's Pass climate page with graphs.

 

Arthur's Pass, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 6°C  

Max Temperature 15°C  

Chance of Rain 61%  

Precipitation 275 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Humidity 82% *  

Sunshine 197 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Hokitika, New Zealand (53 KM, 33 Miles).

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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 Arthur's Pass in December?

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 in December.

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

5/10

Walking

5/10

Camping

3/10

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