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Rolleston weather in December (Canterbury, New Zealand)

What weather conditions can you expect in Rolleston this December? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.

Temperatures

The weather in Rolleston is usually perfect in December, characterized by pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. December is a notable month of the summer season. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 21°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 11°C.

Precipitation

Rolleston in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 68 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 10 days.

Average sunshine

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 218 hours of sunshine. These sun-filled days are perfect for spending time outside. Whether it's playing sports, visiting a park, or going for a bike ride.

If you're a fan of comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, December is a great time to visit. January, February, March and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While June, July and August tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Rolleston climate page with graphs.

 

Rolleston, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 11°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 21°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 13°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 34%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 68 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 71% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 14 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 218 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 46% *  
Data from: Christchurch, New Zealand (18 KM, 11 Miles).

Where to go 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.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

For visitors traveling to Rolleston, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes. With a water temperature of around 13°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Barbeque
8/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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