Abel Tasman National Park

Abel Tasman National Park Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Abel Tasman National Park, New Zealand in December.

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Motueka Takaka Kaiteriteri

Planning a journey to the Abel Tasman National Park, New Zealand this December and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in the Abel Tasman National Park in December

The Abel Tasman National Park, New Zealand is a region in New Zealand. December in the Abel Tasman National Park generally has pleasant temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 19°C (66°F) and nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) in Motueka.

For a closer look at conditions across the Abel Tasman National Park, New Zealand, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Motueka with an average of 133 mm (5.2 in) to heavy rainfall in Takaka with 161 mm (6.3 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this December. For example, Motueka gets approximately 251 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore the Abel Tasman National Park by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Abel Tasman National Park — and find the best time to visit. (based on Motueka)

January21°C (70°F) February21°C (70°F) March19°C (66°F) April17°C (63°F) May15°C (59°F) June13°C (55°F) This monthJuly12°C (54°F) August12°C (54°F) September14°C (57°F) October16°C (61°F) November17°C (63°F) December19°C (66°F)
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Best Places to Visit in the Abel Tasman National Park in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the Abel Tasman National Park.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
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).

Popular Destinations in the Abel Tasman National Park

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in the Abel Tasman National Park, New Zealand?

Temperature range in the Abel Tasman National Park (December)

Precipitation variation in the Abel Tasman National Park (December)

Motueka

In December Motueka generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
237 hours
251 hours
235 hours
Monthly rainfall
118 mm (4.6 in)
133 mm (5.2 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
9 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
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Takaka

In December Takaka generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
237 hours
251 hours
235 hours
Monthly rainfall
145 mm (5.7 in)
161 mm (6.3 in)
131 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
11 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
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Kaiteriteri

In December Kaiteriteri generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
237 hours
251 hours
235 hours
Monthly rainfall
121 mm (4.8 in)
136 mm (5.4 in)
111 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
9 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Abel Tasman National Park in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Motueka 19°C (66°F) 13°C (55°F) 133 mm (5.2 in)
Takaka 19°C (66°F) 12°C (54°F) 161 mm (6.3 in)
Kaiteriteri 19°C (66°F) 13°C (55°F) 136 mm (5.4 in)

The Abel Tasman National Park weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Abel Tasman National Park, New Zealand in December?

December in the Abel Tasman National Park, New Zealand brings tolerable weather. In Motueka, daytime temperatures are typically around 19°C (66°F) and nighttime lows hover near 13°C (55°F).

What is the average temperature in the Abel Tasman National Park, New Zealand in December?

Average temperatures in the Abel Tasman National Park, New Zealand during December range from a nighttime low near 13°C (55°F) to a daytime high around 19°C (66°F) in Motueka.

Does the Abel Tasman National Park, New Zealand get a lot of rain in December?

Motueka typically receives notable rainfall in December, about 133 mm (5.2 in) on average across the Abel Tasman National Park, New Zealand.

Is December a Good Time to Visit the Abel Tasman National Park, New Zealand?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Motueka, December might be a good time to visit the Abel Tasman National Park, New Zealand. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in February offering mostly perfect weather in Motueka. In contrast, June, July and August tend to have poor weather conditions.

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