Waitati weather in December (Otago, New Zealand)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Waitati during December? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

December in Waitati generally includes pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 18°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 10°C.

Precipitation

Waitati in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 99 mm for the month. It's the month with the heaviest rainfall, so an umbrella is a must to navigate the wet weather. Typically, you can expect about 17 days of rain this month.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a balanced 182 hours of sunlight, ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, December is a prime time to visit Waitati. January, February, March and December typically offer the best circumstances. While June, July and August tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Waitati, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 10°C  

Max Temperature 18°C  

Chance of Rain 57%  

Precipitation 99 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Humidity 73% *  

Sunshine 182 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 39% *  

* Data from: Dunedin, New Zealand (35 KM, 22 Miles).

Where to go in New Zealand in December

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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 Waitati, 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.

Swimming

6/10

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

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

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