Lake Kaniere Weather in December

December in Lake Kaniere brings moderate temperatures, with daytime highs of 17°C (63°F) and nights around 9°C (48°F). It's part of the rainy season, with 363 mm (14 in) of rainfall on average, so an umbrella or poncho is a good idea.

Rainfall in Lake Kaniere in December

Lake Kaniere is in the rainy season in December, with rain on around 19 days and an average of 363 mm (14 in). With high rainfall totals spread across the month, individual showers can be very heavy. Waterproof gear is strongly recommended.

Temperature in Lake Kaniere in December

Daytime temperatures in Lake Kaniere reach 17°C (63°F) in December, dropping to 9°C (48°F) at night. Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. Nights drop to 9°C (48°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in Lake Kaniere in December

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 197 hours of sun. Showers typically arrive in the late afternoon or evening, keeping mornings and early afternoons sunny. Even during the wet season, there's plenty of sunshine for sightseeing.

Wind Speed in Lake Kaniere in December

December has wind speeds averaging 3 m/s (6 knots). You can expect comfortable light winds that steadily move flags and feel mild throughout the day. Since this is an average, daily conditions vary from gentle winds to more active breezes.

Average water temperature in December

The water is 14°C (57°F) this month — cool enough to feel refreshing on a warm day, but cold enough that most people won't stay in for long without a wetsuit.

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Lake Kaniere Temperature in December

Min Temperature 9°C (48°F)  

Max Temperature 17°C (63°F)  

Water Temperature 14°C (57°F) *  

Chance of Rain 62%  

Precipitation 363 mm (14 in)  

Rainy days 19 days  

Humidity 82% *  

Windspeed 3 m/s (6 knots) *  

Sunshine 197 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Hokitika, New Zealand (15 KM, 9 Miles).

What to Wear in Lake Kaniere in December

Pleasant temperatures in December mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything! The water temperature sits at about 14°C (57°F), which is too chilly for most people to enjoy swimming. Leave the swimsuit at home unless you love cold water. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Lake Kaniere in December

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

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

5/10

Walking

5/10

Camping

3/10

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More climate data for Lake Kaniere

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