Tonga weather in December
Planning a getaway to Tonga this December and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:
What is the weather like in Tonga in December?
December in Tonga generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.
You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 27°C and nighttime temperatures around 25°C in Nuku‘alofa.
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Ha‘avakatolo with an average of 119 mm to heavy rainfall in Neiafu with 191 mm.
For specific regional insights in Tonga for December, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Tonga climate page.
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Average weather in Nuku‘alofa
In December Nuku‘alofa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Neiafu
In December Neiafu generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Utungake
In December Utungake generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Average weather in Lotofoa
In December Lotofoa generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Vavaʻu
In December Vavaʻu generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 26°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Tonga.
Is December the best 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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