Temperature in Canterbury in December

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in Canterbury, New Zealand this December.

Canterbury, New Zealand, a region in New Zealand, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in December ranging from 13°C (55°F) in Mount Cook Village to 21°C (70°F) in Lincoln. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 11°C (52°F) in Lincoln and 4°C (39°F) in Mount Cook Village. In December, it is summer.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Canterbury, New Zealand in December?

To get a sense of December's typical temperatures in the key spots of Canterbury, explore the map below. Click on a point for an in-depth look.

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Best Places to Visit in Canterbury in December

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in December: blue is cold, red is hot.

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Canterbury temperatures in December: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Canterbury, New Zealand in December?

Christchurch averages a daytime high of 21°C (70°F) in December, which is pleasant for Canterbury, New Zealand.

How cold does it get at night in Canterbury, New Zealand in December?

Christchurch sees nighttime lows close to 11°C (52°F) in December.

What is the warmest city in December in Canterbury, New Zealand?

According to our recent database analysis, Lincoln is the warmest city. It experiences an average maximum daytime temperature of approximately 21°C (70°F) and rarely drops below 11°C (52°F) during the night.

What is the coldest city in December in Canterbury, New Zealand?

According to our data, Mount Cook Village holds the title for the coldest city in Canterbury, New Zealand in December. It experiences maximum temperatures of approximately 13°C (55°F) and drops to lows of about 4°C (39°F) during the night.

How much sun does Canterbury, New Zealand get in December?

Across Canterbury, New Zealand, sunshine in December ranges from moderately sunny in Timaru (181 hours) to sunny in Christchurch (218 hours).

What is the water temperature in December?

The water temperature averages approximately 13°C (55°F) in Christchurch this month, generally too cold for comfortable swimming.

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