December Rainfall and Precipitation in Manawatu
Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Manawatu, 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.
Manawatu precipitation in December: frequently asked questions
How much rainfall does Manawatu, New Zealand receive in December?
Palmerston North often experiences a notable amount of rain in December, with an average of about 112 mm (4.4 in). The city's weather is known to change unexpectedly because of these showers.
How many days does it rain in Manawatu, New Zealand in December?
Palmerston North sees roughly 12 days rainy days during December.
Is December part of the rainy season in Manawatu, New Zealand?
December is generally a drier month for Manawatu, New Zealand, falling outside the main rainy season.
What is the wettest city in December in Manawatu, New Zealand?
Looking at our data, National Park tops the wettest-cities list in Manawatu, New Zealand for December, with monthly rainfall averaging 184 mm (7.2 in).
What is the driest city in December in Manawatu, New Zealand?
Feilding is the driest city we have data for in Manawatu, New Zealand in December, with monthly rainfall close to 108 mm (4.3 in).
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