Bay of Plenty, New Zealand, a region in New Zealand, typically experiences pleasant weather in December, with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) in Rotorua.
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Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in December: blue is cold, red is hot.
Average daytime highs in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand during December reach about 21°C (70°F) in Rotorua.
Nighttime temperatures in Rotorua typically drop to around 12°C (54°F) in December.
Rotorua enjoys approximately 217 hours of sunshine, offering a mostly sunny climate that adds a pleasant and vibrant feel to the month.
The water temperature averages approximately 17°C (63°F) in Tauranga this month, still a bit cool to swim, though some enjoy a refreshing dip.
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