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Richmond Weather in December

December in Richmond brings pleasant temperatures, with daytime highs of 19°C (66°F) and nights around 11°C (52°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 132 mm (5.2 in), so pack an umbrella.

Rainfall in Richmond in December

Historically, December sees about 12 days of rain, with a monthly average of 132 mm (5.2 in). Individual showers can be quite heavy this month. A proper umbrella or rain jacket is worth having.

Temperature in Richmond in December

December in Richmond sees highs of 19°C (66°F) and lows of 11°C (52°F) overnight. Even when the weather is stable, mornings and evenings can still feel distinctly cool. Nights drop to around 11°C (52°F), which is noticeably cooler than the daytime. A light jacket for the evening is a sensible addition, and the cool nights tend to make sleeping comfortable.

Sunshine in Richmond in December

The city usually sees around 245 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days — a great month for sightseeing.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. February typically offers the best weather for Richmond.

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Richmond Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 11°C (52°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 19°C (66°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 38%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 132 mm (5.2 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 74% *  
SunshineSunshine 245 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Nelson, New Zealand (11 KM, 6 Miles).

Best Places in New Zealand in December

Find out more about the weather in New Zealand and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of New Zealand in December →

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Legend 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).

What to Wear in Richmond in December

Pleasant temperatures in December mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Richmond in December

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling
9/10
Walking
9/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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