Northland weather in December
Thinking about venturing to Northland this December and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:
What is the weather like in Northland in December?
Northland is a region in New Zealand. December in Northland generally has temperatures that range from pleasant to warm, with moderate precipitation.
Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is pleasant in Opononi at 20°C to warm in Mangonui at 23°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 16°C in Mangonui and 15°C in Opononi.
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Dargaville with an average of 83 mm to moderate rainfall in Whangaroa with 97 mm.
For a closer look at December's conditions in Northland, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Northland's yearly weather, check out our Northland climate page.
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Popular destinations in Northland
What is the weather like in December for the 5 most popular destinations in Northland?
Average weather in Paihia
In December Paihia generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Russell
In December Russell generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Whangarei
In December Whangarei generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Kerikeri
In December Kerikeri generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Mangawhai
In December Mangawhai generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Northland, in New Zealand.
Is December the best time to visit Northland?
We believe that December is one of the best times to visit Northland with overall perfect weather in Paihia.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in January, February, March, April, November and December offering mostly perfect weather in Paihia. On the other hand, the months of June, July and August tend to have unpleasant weather conditions.
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