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Tirau Weather in December

With daytime temperatures of 22°C (72°F) and nighttime lows of 12°C (54°F), December in Tirau brings pleasant temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is typical. Around 118 mm (4.6 in) falls on average.

Rainfall in Tirau in December

Historically, approximately 12 days this month are expected to have rain, averaging 118 mm (4.6 in). 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 Tirau in December

December in Tirau brings typical temperatures with highs around 22°C (72°F) and lows of 12°C (54°F). Temperatures can feel cooler in the morning and evening, so layering is often the best approach. With overnight lows of 12°C (54°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 Tirau in December

The city usually sees around 217 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days — a great month for sightseeing.

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

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Tirau Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 12°C (54°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 22°C (72°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 41%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 118 mm (4.6 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 78% *  
SunshineSunshine 217 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Rotorua, New Zealand (46 KM, 28 Miles).

Best Places in 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 Tirau in December

Comfortable temperatures call for an easy wardrobe in December. Pack summer basics like t-shirts and shorts, but include a light jacket for cooler moments. A pair of comfortable walking shoes is essential. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Tirau 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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