Te Anau Weather in December
December in Te Anau brings moderate temperatures, with highs of 16°C (61°F) and nights dropping to 6°C (43°F). The rainy season is in full swing this month, so frequent downpours are part of the picture.
Rainfall in Te Anau in December
Te Anau is in the rainy season in December, with rain on around 14 days and an average of 192 mm (7.6 in). Rainfall this month is frequent and tends to be fairly heavy when it does fall. Packing waterproofs is a good idea.
Temperature in Te Anau in December
In December, expect moderate temperatures in Te Anau, with highs of 16°C (61°F) and lows of 6°C (43°F) at night. December is part of the summer season. Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. With overnight lows of 6°C (43°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.December in Te Anau has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.
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Te Anau Temperature in December
Min Temperature
6°C (43°F)
Max Temperature
16°C (61°F)
Chance of Rain
47%
Precipitation
192 mm (7.6 in)
Rainy days
14 days
Daily Historical Temperatures
32-year average (1994-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Te Anau typically stay consistent throughout December, with daily highs averaging around 16°C (61°F). Nights are cool, with lows around 9°C (48°F).
Average temperatures in December
Daily Historical Precipitation
32-year average (1994-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in December
Historical weather for Te Anau in December
Browse day-by-day weather records for Te Anau spanning 33 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Te Anau historical weather extremes in December
Based on 31 years of weather observations in Te Anau between 1994 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes.
- On December 14, 2021, temperatures climbed to 26°C (79°F), marking the warmest December day on record.
- The coldest December day was on December 19, 2025, with a maximum of 10°C (50°F).
- Te Anau registered its coldest December night on December 9, 2010, with temperatures dropping to -1°C (30°F).
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What to Wear in Te Anau in December
The weather can be unpredictable in December, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can.What To Do in Te Anau in December
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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