Franz Josef weather in December (West Coast, New Zealand)
How is the weather in Franz Josef in December? This guide provides all the details you need.
In December, Franz Josef typically experiences moderate temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 15°C. But by evening, they drop to around 8°C.
Franz Josef in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 376 mm for the month. It records the year's peak rainfall, often coming down quite heavily. We recommend bringing a poncho, which will keep you dry. Typically around 18 days of rainfall is expected.
In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Franz Josef climate page with graphs.
Franz Josef, monthly averages in December
Min Temperature
8°C
Max Temperature
15°C
Chance of Rain
61%
Precipitation
376 mm
Rainy days
18 days
Where to go in New Zealand in December
Find out more about the weather in New Zealand in December and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
perfect weather
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tolerable
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So, what should you wear in Franz Josef 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.
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