Raetihi weather in December (Manawatu, New Zealand)

What should you pack for a trip to Raetihi in December? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

Typically, December in Raetihi includes pleasant temperatures and high rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 19°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 10°C.

Precipitation

Raetihi in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 148 mm for the month. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 14 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

With around 210 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

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

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

 

Raetihi, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 10°C  

Max Temperature 19°C  

Chance of Rain 48%  

Precipitation 148 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Sunshine 210 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Turangi, New Zealand (66 KM, 41 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?

For visitors traveling to Raetihi, 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

6/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

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

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