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Te Aroha Weather in December

Thinking of visiting Te Aroha in December? Expect high temperatures reaching 22°C (72°F) during the day, dropping to 14°C (57°F) at night, and note that quite a bit of rainfall is likely.

Rainfall in Te Aroha in December

Expect around 13 days of rain based on historical data, with 103 mm (4.1 in) average. When it rains this month, it tends to come down fairly heavily. Showers can be substantial even if they don't last all day.

Temperature in Te Aroha in December

If you're visiting Te Aroha in December, expect highs of 22°C (72°F) and overnight lows around 14°C (57°F). The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. With overnight lows of 14°C (57°F), evenings can feel noticeably cooler than the daytime. An extra layer is a good idea, though the cool air makes for a good night's sleep.

Sunshine in Te Aroha in December

There are approximately 231 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm, January, February, March and November typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

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Te Aroha Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 14°C (57°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 22°C (72°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 44%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 103 mm (4.1 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
HumidityHumidity 75% *  
SunshineSunshine 231 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 54% *  
* Data from: Tauranga, New Zealand (43 KM, 27 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 Te Aroha 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 Te Aroha 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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