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Otorohanga Weather in December

December in Otorohanga brings pleasant temperatures around 21°C (70°F) during the day, dropping to 13°C (55°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 125 mm (4.9 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Otorohanga in December

Historically, the month has about 14 days of rain, averaging 125 mm (4.9 in) in total. When showers do arrive, they tend to be on the heavier side. Worth being prepared even if rain days are not that numerous.

Temperature in Otorohanga in December

Expect highs of 21°C (70°F) in Otorohanga in December, with nights dropping to around 13°C (55°F). The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. Nights cool down to 13°C (55°F), so a light jacket or extra layer is useful once the sun goes down. On the plus side, the cooler nights make for comfortable sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Otorohanga in December

With approximately 208 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies. It makes it a perfect month for being outside.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, January and March typically offer the best circumstances for Otorohanga.

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Otorohanga Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 13°C (55°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 21°C (70°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 47%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 125 mm (4.9 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 80% *  
SunshineSunshine 208 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Hamilton, New Zealand (44 KM, 27 Miles).

Best Places in New Zealand in December

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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 (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Otorohanga 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. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Otorohanga in December

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

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

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