Ophir weather in December (Otago, New Zealand)

Is Ophir a good destination in December, weather-wise? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

In December, Ophir usually has pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. The month of December belongs to the summer season. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 18°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 8°C.

Precipitation

Ophir in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 95 mm for the month. The month brings the most rain, so be prepared with an umbrella for the occasional shower. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 8 days with rain.

Average sunshine

Enjoy a sunny month with about 212 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

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

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

 

Ophir, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 8°C  

Max Temperature 18°C  

Chance of Rain 27%  

Precipitation 95 mm  

Rainy days 8 days  

Sunshine 212 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Wanaka, New Zealand (58 KM, 36 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

Temperatures

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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?

For visitors traveling to Ophir, 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.

What To Do

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

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

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

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