December Rainfall and Precipitation in Canterbury
Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Canterbury, New Zealand in December.
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Monthly precipitation
0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet
Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in December: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.
Canterbury precipitation in December: frequently asked questions
How much rainfall does Canterbury, New Zealand receive in December?
Christchurch stays mostly dry in December, with average rainfall close to 63 mm (2.5 in).
How many days does it rain in Canterbury, New Zealand in December?
Expect around 11 days rainy days in Christchurch during December.
Is December part of the rainy season in Canterbury, New Zealand?
Not really. December is outside the wettest stretch of the year in Canterbury, New Zealand.
What is the wettest city in December in Canterbury, New Zealand?
In our database, Mount Cook Village stands out as having an average rainfall level of 283 mm (11 in), making it the wettest location.
What is the driest city in December in Canterbury, New Zealand?
Based on our database, Akaroa sees the least rainfall in Canterbury, New Zealand in December, with around 57 mm (2.2 in) on average.
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