Cromwell weather in December (Otago, New Zealand)

Wondering what the weather is like in Cromwell during December? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

In December, Cromwell typically experiences moderate temperatures and high rainfall. December is a notable month of the summer season. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 17°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately 7°C.

Precipitation

Cromwell in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 116 mm for the month. Prepare for the wettest month with an umbrella to protect yourself from frequent rain. Records from the past 30 years suggest that around 9 days will experience rain.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 212 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days February typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Cromwell, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 7°C  

Max Temperature 17°C  

Chance of Rain 30%  

Precipitation 116 mm  

Rainy days 9 days  

Sunshine 212 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Wanaka, New Zealand (38 KM, 24 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

Temperatures

Precipitation

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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 Cromwell, 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 Cromwell.

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