Tai Tapu weather in December (Canterbury, New Zealand)
How is the weather in Tai Tapu in December? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.
In Tai Tapu the weather in December is generally perfect, with pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. December is a summer month. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 21°C. But by evening, they drop to around 12°C.
Tai Tapu in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 60 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 11 days of rain.
The city usually sees around 218 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.
If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, December is one of the better months to visit Tai Tapu. January, February, March and December typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, June, July and August tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Tai Tapu climate page with graphs.
Tai Tapu, monthly averages in December
Min Temperature
12°C
Max Temperature
21°C
Water Temperature
13°C *
Chance of Rain
36%
Precipitation
60 mm
Rainy days
11 days
Humidity
71% *
Windspeed
14 km/h *
Sunshine
218 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
46% *
Where to go in New Zealand in December
Find out more about the weather in New Zealand in December and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
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So, what should you wear in this month?
For visitors traveling to Tai Tapu, 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 in December.
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