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Garston weather in December (Southland, New Zealand)

Curious about the December weather in Garston? 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, Garston generally has moderate temperatures and high rainfall. December falls within the summer season. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 16°C. But by evening, they drop to around 6°C.

Garston in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 152 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. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 13 days of rain are anticipated.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 223 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, December is one of the better months to visit Garston. January, February, March and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Garston, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 6°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 16°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 44%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 152 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
HumidityHumidity 69% *  
SunshineSunshine 223 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Queenstown, New Zealand (48 KM, 30 Miles).

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.

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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 Garston 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
7/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10

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