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Gisborne Weather in December

Gisborne in December averages 24°C (75°F) during the day and 9°C (48°F) at night. This is part of the summer season, and quite a bit of rainfall is expected this month.

Rainfall in Gisborne in December

Rain is expected on roughly 9 days, totalling around 64 mm (2.5 in) for the month. The rainfall pattern this month is fairly balanced. Showers tend to be moderate rather than extreme.

Temperature in Gisborne in December

Gisborne in December has excellent weather. Days reach 24°C (75°F) and nights cool to 9°C (48°F). During December, you'll experience the summer season. Overall, the month follows a fairly predictable daily temperature pattern. Nights fall to 9°C (48°F), which is cold enough to feel it indoors too. A good thick duvet makes all the difference for a comfortable night's sleep.

Sunshine in Gisborne in December

There are approximately 265 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, January, February, March, November and December typically offer the best circumstances for Gisborne.

Gisborne Temperature in December

Min Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Max Temperature
24°C (75°F)
Chance of Rain
31%
Precipitation
64 mm (2.5 in)
Rainy days
9 days
Humidity
45% *
Sunshine
265 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
58% *
* Data from: Melbourne, Australia (49 KM, 30 Miles).

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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).

What to Wear in Gisborne in December

Comfortable temperatures call for an easy wardrobe in December. Pack summer basics like t-shirts and shorts, but include a light jacket for cooler moments. A pair of comfortable walking shoes is essential. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Gisborne in December

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Swimming
    9/10
  • Cycling
    10/10
  • Walking
    10/10
  • Barbeque
    8/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    10/10

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