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Temperature in Wellington in December

Wellington is a region in New Zealand. December in has maximum daytime temperatures ranging from moderate in Wellington with 17°C to pleasant temperatures in Masterton with 19°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 11°C in Masterton and 13°C in Wellington.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Wellington in December?

To get a sense of December's typical temperatures in the key spots of Wellington, explore the map below. Click on a point for an in-depth look.

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Legend very warm warm pleasant moderate cold very cold
Very warm means maximum temperatures above 30°C. Warm: 22°C to 30°C. Pleasant: 18°C to 22°C Moderate: 12°C to 18°C. Cold: 2°C to 12°C. Very cold: lower than 2°C

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  • What is the warmest city in December in Wellington?
    • From a thorough analysis of our records, Masterton clearly dominates in terms of high temperatures. The city witnesses daytime temperatures hovering around 19°C, and evenings that remain near 11°C.

  • What is the coldest city in December in Wellington?
    • According to our data, Wellington holds the title for the coldest city in Wellington in December. It experiences maximum temperatures of approximately 17°C and drops to lows of about 13°C during the night.

  • How much sun does Wellington get in December?
    • Wellington enjoys close to 222 hours of sunlight. This not only brightens the days but also uplifts the atmosphere during the month.

  • What is the water's temperature in December?
    • The water temperature averages approximately 15°C in Wellington this month, so not the best month to swim.

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