The Tongariro Crossing in New Zealand
It is called the most beautiful walk in New Zealand, the Tongariro Crossing. The official hiking season starts late October until end of April.
Lower Hutt in December sees pleasant temperatures, with highs around 18°C (64°F) and overnight lows of 13°C (55°F). Rainfall is fairly high at around 80 mm (3.1 in) on average, so pack waterproofs just in case.
If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, February typically offers the best circumstances for Lower Hutt.
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50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Lower Hutt typically stay consistent throughout December, with daily highs averaging around 18°C (64°F). Nights are cool, with lows around 14°C (57°F).
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Lower Hutt spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 33 years of weather observations in Lower Hutt between 1992 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes.
Find out more about the weather in New Zealand and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of New Zealand in December →
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).
For Lower Hutt in December, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. With water temperatures around 15°C (59°F), the water is quite cold for swimming. You can skip the swimwear unless you're particularly tough. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed Water Temp
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