Temperature in Otago in December

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

Otago, New Zealand, a region in New Zealand, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in December ranging from 14°C (57°F) in Glenorchy to 18°C (64°F) in Ophir. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 8°C (46°F) in Ophir and 5°C (41°F) in Glenorchy. In December, it is summer.

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

Find the average daytime temperatures in December for the most popular destinations in Otago on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailed information.

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Best Places to Visit in Otago 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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Otago temperatures in December: frequently asked questions

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

Expect daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) in Queenstown. That makes December a moderate month for Otago, New Zealand.

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

After dark, Queenstown cools to about 6°C (43°F) on an average December night.

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

Data insights from our comprehensive database indicate that Ophir is the city with the highest warmth. Daytime peaks average near 18°C (64°F), while the nights are characterized by a low temperature close to 8°C (46°F).

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

When looking through our records, we find that Glenorchy stands out as the coolest city in Otago, New Zealand for the month of December. Daytime highs average 14°C (57°F) and it cools down to about 5°C (41°F) at night.

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

Queenstown enjoys close to 223 hours of sunlight. This not only brightens the days but also uplifts the atmosphere during the month.

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