Nelson Region Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Nelson Region, New Zealand in December.

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Nelson Hira

Planning a trip to Nelson Region, New Zealand this December? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Nelson Region in December

Nelson Region, New Zealand is a region in New Zealand. December in Nelson Region generally has pleasant temperatures, with high precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 19°C (66°F) and nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) in Nelson.

For a closer look at conditions across Nelson Region, New Zealand, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

December is a rainy month with an average rainfall of around 133 mm (5.2 in) in Nelson.

Average sunshine

December brings good sunshine to many areas. Nelson sees around 245 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

Explore Nelson Region by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Nelson Region — and find the best time to visit. (based on Nelson)

January21°C (70°F) February21°C (70°F) March20°C (68°F) April17°C (63°F) May15°C (59°F) June12°C (54°F) This monthJuly12°C (54°F) August12°C (54°F) September14°C (57°F) October16°C (61°F) November17°C (63°F) December19°C (66°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Nelson Region in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Nelson Region.

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 Nelson Region

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

Temperature range in Nelson Region (December)

Precipitation variation in Nelson Region (December)

Nelson

In December Nelson generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
235 hours
245 hours
268 hours
Monthly rainfall
116 mm (4.6 in)
133 mm (5.2 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
9 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
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Hira

In December Hira generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°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
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
235 hours
245 hours
268 hours
Monthly rainfall
115 mm (4.5 in)
131 mm (5.2 in)
104 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
8 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
pleasant
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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Nelson Region in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Nelson 19°C (66°F) 12°C (54°F) 133 mm (5.2 in)
Hira 20°C (68°F) 12°C (54°F) 131 mm (5.2 in)

Nelson Region weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Nelson Region, New Zealand in December?

Nelson Region, New Zealand typically experiences tolerable weather in December, part of the season. Daytime highs in Nelson average around 19°C (66°F), and temperatures drop to about 12°C (54°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Nelson Region, New Zealand in December?

Nelson averages a daytime maximum of 19°C (66°F) in December, with overnight lows close to 12°C (54°F).

Does Nelson Region, New Zealand get a lot of rain in December?

Nelson Region, New Zealand sees substantial rainfall in December. Nelson typically averages about 133 mm (5.2 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Nelson Region, New Zealand?

In our opinion, December is a good time to visit Nelson Region, New Zealand with overall tolerable weather in Nelson. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Nelson Region, New Zealand is in February and March with generally perfect weather in Nelson. On the other hand, the weather in June, July and August tend to be poor.

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