Stewart Island weather in December
Are you planning a trip to Stewart Island in December and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in Stewart Island in December?
Stewart Island is a region in New Zealand. December in Stewart Island generally has moderate temperatures, with high precipitation.
You can expect moderate maximum daytime temperatures of around 16°C and nighttime temperatures around 10°C in Half-moon Bay.
December is a rainy month with an average rainfall of around 125 mm in Half-moon Bay. Meanwhile, Half-moon Bay enjoys close to 192 hours of sunlight. This means it's a great month if you prefer bright and sunny days.
For specific regional insights in Stewart Island for December, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Stewart Island climate page.
Where to go in Stewart Island in December
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What is the weather like in December for the most popular destinonation in Stewart Island?
Half-moon Bay
In December Half-moon Bay generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
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Is December the best time to visit Stewart Island?
In our view, December is one of the best times to travel to Stewart Island, however the weather can often be unpleasant in Half-moon Bay.
On average, the best time to visit Stewart Island is in January, February, March, April, August, November and December with generally unpleasant weather in Half-moon Bay.
Interested in more climate information?
We have much more information about the climate in Stewart Island.
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