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Lake Kaniere weather in December (New Zealand)

Looking to travel to Lake Kaniere in December? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In December, Lake Kaniere typically experiences moderate temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 17°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 9°C.

Lake Kaniere in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 363 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 19 days of rain are anticipated.

With around 197 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Lake Kaniere, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 9°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 17°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 14°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 62%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 363 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 19 days  
HumidityHumidity 82% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 11 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 197 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Hokitika, New Zealand (15 KM, 9 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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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 Lake Kaniere in December?

For visitors traveling to Lake Kaniere, 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. With a water temperature of around 14°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10

Interested in more climate information?

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