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Mount Maunganui weather in December (Bay of Plenty, New Zealand)

How is the weather in Mount Maunganui in December? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In December, Mount Maunganui generally has pleasant temperatures and high rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 21°C, while nights can cool down to about 15°C.

Mount Maunganui in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 114 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 12 days of rain are anticipated.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 231 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures January generally stands out with the best circumstances. While June, July, August, September and October tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Mount Maunganui, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 15°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 21°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 17°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 39%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 114 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 75% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 18 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 231 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 54% *  

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 Mount Maunganui in December?

For visitors traveling to Mount Maunganui, 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 17°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.

Cycling
9/10
Walking
9/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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