Whanganui weather in December (Manawatu, New Zealand)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Whanganui during December? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

In December, Whanganui tends to experience pleasant temperatures and high rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 20°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 13°C.

Precipitation

Whanganui in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 109 mm for the month. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 12 days of rain.

Average sunshine

Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 178 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days January, February and March typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, July tends to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Whanganui, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 13°C  

Max Temperature 20°C  

Chance of Rain 41%  

Precipitation 109 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 76% *  

Sunshine 178 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Palmerston North, New Zealand (66 KM, 41 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.

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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 Whanganui, 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

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 Whanganui.

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