Waikanae weather in December (Wellington, New Zealand)

How does the December weather in Waikanae compare to other months? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

December in Waikanae generally includes moderate temperatures and high rainfall. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 18°C, cooling down at night to around 13°C.

Precipitation

Waikanae in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 137 mm for the month. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 14 days with rain.

Average sunshine

With approximately 222 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm February and March typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, June, July, August and September tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Waikanae climate page with graphs.

 

Waikanae, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 13°C  

Max Temperature 18°C  

Chance of Rain 46%  

Precipitation 137 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 80% *  

Sunshine 222 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Wellington, New Zealand (55 KM, 34 Miles).

Where to go 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.

Weather conditions Weather

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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 and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

For visitors traveling to Waikanae, 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.

What To Do

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

Cycling

5/10

Walking

5/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Waikanae.

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