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Lake Hayes Weather in December

December in Lake Hayes brings moderate temperatures, with highs of 16°C (61°F) and nights dropping to 6°C (43°F). It's the rainiest month of the year, so come prepared with waterproof gear.

Rainfall in Lake Hayes in December

As the month with the most rain, you'll want to have an umbrella with you to manage the frequent showers. Expect around 12 days of rain based on historical data, with 141 mm (5.6 in) average. Rainfall intensity is on the higher side this month. Expect more substantial showers rather than light, passing rain.

Temperature in Lake Hayes in December

December in Lake Hayes brings moderate temperatures, with highs of 16°C (61°F) and nights around 6°C (43°F). During December, you'll experience the summer season. The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. With lows around 6°C (43°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Lake Hayes in December

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 223 hours of sun. These sunny conditions add to the overall experience.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, December is a great time to visit.

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Lake Hayes Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 6°C (43°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 16°C (61°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 40%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 141 mm (5.6 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 69% *  
SunshineSunshine 223 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Queenstown, New Zealand (14 KM, 9 Miles).

Best Places in New Zealand in December

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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 (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 Lake Hayes in December

The weather can be unpredictable in December, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Lake Hayes in December

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

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