Waikato Weather in December

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

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Planning a journey to Waikato, New Zealand this December and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Waikato in December

Waikato, New Zealand is a region in New Zealand. December in Waikato generally has temperatures that range from mild to warm, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from mild in Whakapapa Village at 18°C (64°F) to warm in Pukekohe East at 23°C (73°F). At night it cools down to 15°C (59°F) in Pukekohe East and 9°C (48°F) in Whakapapa Village.

To explore the conditions in Waikato, New Zealand in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Opito Bay with an average of 97 mm (3.8 in) to heavy rainfall in Whakapapa Village with 187 mm (7.4 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Taupo enjoys about 206 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Waikato by month

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

January22°C (72°F) February23°C (73°F) March20°C (68°F) April18°C (64°F) May15°C (59°F) This monthJune12°C (54°F) July11°C (52°F) August12°C (54°F) September14°C (57°F) October16°C (61°F) November18°C (64°F) December20°C (68°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Waikato in December

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

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 Waikato

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

Temperature range in Waikato (December)

Precipitation variation in Waikato (December)

Taupo

In December Taupo generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°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)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
192 hours
206 hours
224 hours
Monthly rainfall
110 mm (4.3 in)
122 mm (4.8 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
13 days
10 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
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Hamilton

In December Hamilton generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
25°C (77°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
188 hours
208 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
96 mm (3.8 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
perfect
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Whitianga

In December Whitianga generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°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)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
101 mm (4 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
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Cambridge

In December Cambridge generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C (72°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
188 hours
208 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
99 mm (3.9 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
perfect
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Coromandel Town

In December Coromandel Town generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°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
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
189 hours
198 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
102 mm (4 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
11 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
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Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Taupo 20°C (68°F) 11°C (52°F) 122 mm (4.8 in)
Hamilton 22°C (72°F) 14°C (57°F) 106 mm (4.2 in)
Whitianga 20°C (68°F) 16°C (61°F) 101 mm (4 in)
Cambridge 22°C (72°F) 13°C (55°F) 109 mm (4.3 in)
Coromandel Town 20°C (68°F) 16°C (61°F) 102 mm (4 in)
Turangi 19°C (66°F) 10°C (50°F) 166 mm (6.5 in)

Waikato weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

December in Waikato, New Zealand brings pleasant weather. In Taupo, daytime temperatures are typically around 20°C (68°F) and nighttime lows hover near 11°C (52°F).

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

Average temperatures in Waikato, New Zealand during December range from a nighttime low near 11°C (52°F) to a daytime high around 20°C (68°F) in Taupo.

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

Yes, December tends to be a wetter month in Waikato, New Zealand. Average rainfall in Taupo sits around 122 mm (4.8 in).

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

Given the typically pleasant weather conditions in Taupo, December might be a good time to visit Waikato, New Zealand. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, January, February and March provide perfect weather in Taupo. The weather in June, July and August, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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