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Auckland Region Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Auckland Region, New Zealand in December.

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Auckland Oneroa Onetangi Warkworth

Planning a trip to Auckland Region, New Zealand this December? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Auckland Region in December

Auckland Region, New Zealand is a region in New Zealand. December in Auckland Region generally has temperatures that range from mild to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is mild in Waikawa at 16°C (61°F) to warm in Pukekohe East at 23°C (73°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 15°C (59°F) in Pukekohe East and 10°C (50°F) in Waikawa.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Auckland Region, New Zealand, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Tryphena with an average of 88 mm (3.5 in) to high rainfall in Waikawa with 120 mm (4.7 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Auckland enjoys about 198 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Auckland Region by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Auckland Region — and find the best time to visit. (based on Auckland)

January24°C (75°F) February25°C (77°F) March23°C (73°F) April21°C (70°F) May18°C (64°F) June16°C (61°F) This monthJuly15°C (59°F) August16°C (61°F) September17°C (63°F) October18°C (64°F) November20°C (68°F) December22°C (72°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Auckland Region in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Auckland Region.

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 Auckland Region

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Auckland Region, New Zealand?

Temperature range in Auckland Region (December)

Precipitation variation in Auckland Region (December)

Auckland

In December Auckland generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
189 hours
198 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
101 mm (4 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
perfect
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Oneroa

In December Oneroa generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
189 hours
198 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
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Onetangi

In December Onetangi generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
189 hours
198 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
80 mm (3.1 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
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Warkworth

In December Warkworth generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
189 hours
198 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Warkworth →

Papakura

In December Papakura generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
189 hours
198 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Auckland Region, in New Zealand.

Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Auckland Region in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Auckland 22°C (72°F) 16°C (61°F) 101 mm (4 in)
Oneroa 21°C (70°F) 16°C (61°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
Onetangi 21°C (70°F) 16°C (61°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)
Warkworth 22°C (72°F) 16°C (61°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)
Papakura 22°C (72°F) 15°C (59°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)
Pukekohe East 23°C (73°F) 15°C (59°F) 103 mm (4.1 in)

Auckland Region weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Auckland Region, New Zealand in December?

Expect pleasant weather across Auckland Region, New Zealand in December. The popular destination of Auckland averages 22°C (72°F) by day and 16°C (61°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Auckland Region, New Zealand in December?

Auckland averages a daytime maximum of 22°C (72°F) in December, with overnight lows close to 16°C (61°F).

Does Auckland Region, New Zealand get a lot of rain in December?

Auckland typically receives notable rainfall in December, about 101 mm (4 in) on average across Auckland Region, New Zealand.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Auckland Region, New Zealand?

In our opinion, December is a good time to visit Auckland Region, New Zealand with overall pleasant weather in Auckland. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, April and November offering mostly perfect weather in Auckland. On the other hand, the months of June, July, August and September tend to have unpleasant weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Auckland Region.

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