Katikati weather in December (Bay of Plenty, New Zealand)

Curious about the December weather in Katikati? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In December, Katikati generally has pleasant temperatures and high rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 21°C, while nights can cool down to about 15°C.

Katikati in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 117 mm for the month. 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 231 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.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days January and March typically offer 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 Katikati climate page with graphs.

 

Katikati, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 15°C  

Max Temperature 21°C  

Chance of Rain 42%  

Precipitation 117 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 75% *  

Sunshine 231 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 54% *  

* Data from: Tauranga, New Zealand (25 KM, 16 Miles).

Where to go in New Zealand in December

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Weather conditions Weather

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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 Katikati in December?

For visitors traveling to Katikati, 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 in December.

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

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