Tasman Weather in December

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

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Motueka Mapua Richmond Tasman

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

What to Expect in Tasman in December

Tasman, New Zealand is a region in New Zealand. December in Tasman generally has pleasant temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 19°C (66°F) and nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) in Motueka.

For specific regional insights in Tasman, New Zealand, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Mapua with an average of 128 mm (5 in) to heavy rainfall in Murchison with 186 mm (7.3 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in December. Motueka typically receives 251 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Tasman by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Tasman - and find the best time to visit. (based on Motueka)

January21°C (70°F) February21°C (70°F) March19°C (66°F) April17°C (63°F) May15°C (59°F) June13°C (55°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 Tasman in December

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

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 Tasman

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

Temperature range in Tasman (December)

Precipitation variation in Tasman (December)

Motueka

In December Motueka generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good 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)
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
237 hours
251 hours
235 hours
Monthly rainfall
118 mm (4.6 in)
133 mm (5.2 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
11 days
9 days
Weather conditions
mixed
good
very good
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Mapua

In December Mapua 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 good 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
113 mm (4.4 in)
128 mm (5 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
8 days
Weather conditions
mixed
good
very good
Climate in Mapua →

Richmond

In December Richmond generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
235 hours
245 hours
268 hours
Monthly rainfall
117 mm (4.6 in)
132 mm (5.2 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
9 days
Weather conditions
mixed
good
very good
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Tasman

In December Tasman 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 good 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)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
237 hours
251 hours
235 hours
Monthly rainfall
114 mm (4.5 in)
128 mm (5 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
10 days
8 days
Weather conditions
mixed
good
very good
Climate in Tasman →

Takaka

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

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
237 hours
251 hours
235 hours
Monthly rainfall
145 mm (5.7 in)
161 mm (6.3 in)
131 mm (5.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
11 days
Weather conditions
mixed
good
very good
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Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Motueka 19°C (66°F) 13°C (55°F) 133 mm (5.2 in)
Mapua 19°C (66°F) 12°C (54°F) 128 mm (5 in)
Richmond 19°C (66°F) 11°C (52°F) 132 mm (5.2 in)
Tasman 19°C (66°F) 12°C (54°F) 128 mm (5 in)
Takaka 19°C (66°F) 12°C (54°F) 161 mm (6.3 in)
Collingwood 18°C (64°F) 13°C (55°F) 170 mm (6.7 in)

Tasman weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Tasman, New Zealand in December?

Expect good weather across Tasman, New Zealand in December. The popular destination of Motueka averages 19°C (66°F) by day and 13°C (55°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Tasman, New Zealand in December?

Average temperatures in Tasman, New Zealand during December range from a nighttime low near 13°C (55°F) to a daytime high around 19°C (66°F) in Motueka.

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

Motueka typically receives notable rainfall in December, about 133 mm (5.2 in) on average across Tasman, New Zealand.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Tasman, New Zealand?

In our opinion, December is a good time to visit Tasman, New Zealand with overall good weather in Motueka. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in February offering mostly excellent weather in Motueka. The weather in June, July and August, on the other hand, tends to be less favorable.

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