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Tonga Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Tonga in December.

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Nuku‘alofa Neiafu Utungake Lotofoa

Thinking about venturing to Tonga this December and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Tonga in December

December in Tonga generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 27°C (81°F) and nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) in Nuku‘alofa.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Tonga, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Ha‘avakatolo with an average of 119 mm (4.7 in) to heavy rainfall in Neiafu with 191 mm (7.5 in).

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Tonga

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Tonga?

Temperature range in Tonga (December)

Precipitation variation in Tonga (December)

Nuku‘alofa

In December Nuku‘alofa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
107 mm (4.2 in)
120 mm (4.7 in)
212 mm (8.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Nuku‘alofa →

Neiafu

In December Neiafu generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
129 mm (5.1 in)
191 mm (7.5 in)
254 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Neiafu →

Utungake

In December Utungake generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C (79°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
129 mm (5.1 in)
190 mm (7.5 in)
254 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Utungake →

Lotofoa

In December Lotofoa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
26°C (79°F)
Monthly rainfall
118 mm (4.6 in)
148 mm (5.8 in)
235 mm (9.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Lotofoa →

Kanokupolu

In December Kanokupolu generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
27°C (81°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
105 mm (4.1 in)
119 mm (4.7 in)
214 mm (8.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Kanokupolu →

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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Tonga in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Nuku‘alofa 27°C (81°F) 25°C (77°F) 120 mm (4.7 in)
Neiafu 28°C (82°F) 26°C (79°F) 191 mm (7.5 in)
Utungake 28°C (82°F) 26°C (79°F) 190 mm (7.5 in)
Lotofoa 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 148 mm (5.8 in)
Kanokupolu 27°C (81°F) 25°C (77°F) 119 mm (4.7 in)
Uoleva Island 28°C (82°F) 25°C (77°F) 147 mm (5.8 in)

Tonga weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Tonga in December?

December in Tonga brings pleasant weather. In Nuku‘alofa, daytime temperatures are typically around 27°C (81°F) and nighttime lows hover near 25°C (77°F).

What is the average temperature in Tonga in December?

In Nuku‘alofa, the average daytime high in December is 27°C (81°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 25°C (77°F).

Does Tonga get a lot of rain in December?

Yes, December tends to be a wetter month in Tonga. Average rainfall in Nuku‘alofa sits around 120 mm (4.7 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit Tonga?

We consider December to be one of the best times to travel to Tonga. Typically, the climate in Nuku‘alofa is pleasant. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December provide pleasant weather in Nuku‘alofa. The weather in January, February and March, on the other hand, tends to be unpleasant.

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