Lower Shotover weather in December (New Zealand)

Will it be rainy or sunny in Lower Shotover this December? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

The typical weather for December in Lower Shotover includes moderate temperatures and high rainfall. December ushers in the summer season. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 15°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately 6°C.

Precipitation

Lower Shotover in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 141 mm for the month. Historically, the month has about 12 days of rain.

Average sunshine

Enjoy a sunny month with about 223 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, December is a prime time to visit Lower Shotover. January, February, March and December typically offer the best circumstances. While April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Lower Shotover, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 6°C  

Max Temperature 15°C  

Chance of Rain 40%  

Precipitation 141 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 69% *  

Sunshine 223 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Queenstown, New Zealand (7 KM, 4 Miles).

Where to go in New Zealand in December

Find out more about the weather in New Zealand and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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 this month?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

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

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Lower Shotover.

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