Bay of Plenty Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand in December.

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Planning a journey to Bay of Plenty, 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 Bay of Plenty in December

Bay of Plenty, New Zealand is a region in New Zealand. December in Bay of Plenty generally has pleasant temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 21°C (70°F) and nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) in Rotorua.

To explore the conditions in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Waihi Beach with an average of 112 mm (4.4 in) to high rainfall in Opotiki with 146 mm (5.7 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Rotorua enjoys approximately 217 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Bay of Plenty by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Bay of Plenty — and find the best time to visit. (based on Rotorua)

January23°C (73°F) February24°C (75°F) March21°C (70°F) April19°C (66°F) May16°C (61°F) June13°C (55°F) This monthJuly13°C (55°F) August13°C (55°F) September15°C (59°F) October17°C (63°F) November19°C (66°F) December21°C (70°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Bay of Plenty in December

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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 Bay of Plenty

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

Temperature range in Bay of Plenty (December)

Precipitation variation in Bay of Plenty (December)

Rotorua

In December Rotorua generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
201 hours
217 hours
240 hours
Monthly rainfall
105 mm (4.1 in)
127 mm (5 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
10 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
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Tauranga

In December Tauranga generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
226 hours
231 hours
262 hours
Monthly rainfall
94 mm (3.7 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
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Mount Maunganui

In December Mount Maunganui generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
226 hours
231 hours
262 hours
Monthly rainfall
94 mm (3.7 in)
114 mm (4.5 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
9 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
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Waihi Beach

In December Waihi Beach generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
226 hours
231 hours
262 hours
Monthly rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
12 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
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Ngongotaha

In December Ngongotaha generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
201 hours
217 hours
240 hours
Monthly rainfall
110 mm (4.3 in)
131 mm (5.2 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
10 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Bay of Plenty in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Rotorua 21°C (70°F) 12°C (54°F) 127 mm (5 in)
Tauranga 21°C (70°F) 15°C (59°F) 115 mm (4.5 in)
Mount Maunganui 21°C (70°F) 15°C (59°F) 114 mm (4.5 in)
Waihi Beach 20°C (68°F) 15°C (59°F) 112 mm (4.4 in)
Ngongotaha 21°C (70°F) 12°C (54°F) 131 mm (5.2 in)
Papamoa 21°C (70°F) 15°C (59°F) 113 mm (4.4 in)

Bay of Plenty weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand in December?

In December, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand generally has pleasant weather conditions. Rotorua sees daytime temperatures near 21°C (70°F), with nights cooling to roughly 12°C (54°F).

What is the average temperature in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand in December?

In Rotorua, the average daytime high in December is 21°C (70°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 12°C (54°F).

Does Bay of Plenty, New Zealand get a lot of rain in December?

Bay of Plenty, New Zealand sees substantial rainfall in December. Rotorua typically averages about 127 mm (5 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Bay of Plenty, New Zealand?

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Rotorua, December might be a good time to visit Bay of Plenty, New Zealand. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Bay of Plenty, New Zealand is in January and March with generally perfect weather in Rotorua. The weather in June, July and August, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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