Taumarunui Weather in December

In Taumarunui, December brings pleasant daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), with nights cooling to 11°C (52°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall this month.

Rainfall in Taumarunui in December

Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 15 days of rain, averaging 158 mm (6.2 in). This is a wet month with frequent and often heavy showers. Both the number of rain days and the total rainfall are high.

Temperature in Taumarunui in December

Daytime highs in Taumarunui in December reach 20°C (68°F), with nights around 11°C (52°F). The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. At 11°C (52°F) overnight, it can feel quite a bit cooler after dark. Worth packing something warmer for evenings, but the cooler temperatures are ideal for sleeping.

Sunshine in Taumarunui in December

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 210 hours of sun. These sunny conditions add to the overall experience.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, January, February, March and December typically offer the best circumstances for Taumarunui.

Select a Month

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

• January
• February
• March
• April

• May
• June
• July
• August

• September
• October
• November
• December

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit New Zealand, check out our Taumarunui's climate page.

Taumarunui Temperature in December

Min Temperature 11°C (52°F)  

Max Temperature 20°C (68°F)  

Chance of Rain 51%  

Precipitation 158 mm (6.2 in)  

Rainy days 15 days  

Sunshine 210 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Turangi, New Zealand (48 KM, 30 Miles).

What to Wear in Taumarunui in December

For Taumarunui in December, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Taumarunui in December

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

Swimming

7/10

Camping

6/10

Select a Month

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

• January
• February
• March
• April

• May
• June
• July
• August

• September
• October
• November
• December

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit New Zealand, check out our Taumarunui's climate page.

More climate data for Taumarunui

Temperature Rainfall Sunshine

See the full Taumarunui climate overview or explore weather in New Zealand.