Weather in Christchurch in december 2024

The weather in Christchurch in december comes from statistical datas on the last years. You can view the weather statistics the entire month, but also by clicking on the tabs for the beginning, the middle and the end of the month.

Average weather throughout december

good weather

Weather at 6am
56°F

Partly Cloudy

26%

Cloudy

16%

Moderate rain at times

9%

Weather at 12pm
68°F

Partly Cloudy

26%

Cloudy

18%

Moderate rain at times

9%

Weather at 6pm
63°F

Partly Cloudy

24%

Cloudy

17%

Moderate rain at times

11%

Weather at 3am
52°F

Clear/Sunny

40%

Partly Cloudy

27%

Cloudy

13%

Moderate rain at times

10%



Evolution of daily average temperature and precipitation in Christchurch in december

These charts show the evolution of average minimum/maximum temperatures as well as average daily precipitation volume in Christchurch in december.


The climate of Christchurch in december is good

In december in Christchurch, the climate is quite dry (with 2.1in of rainfall over 3 days). It should be noted a worsening from the previous month since in november there is an average of 2.1in of rainfall over 3 days.

The climate quite good in this location this month. Temperatures are up to 68°F. On average, the recorded minimum temperature is 56°F. Thus, the mean temperature average in december in Christchurch is 61°F. Note that seasonal normals are in contrast with those observed in Christchurch in the month of december with a maximum record of 88°F in 2015 and a minimum record of 40°F in 2014. You can hope to have about 22 days with temperatures up to 65°F, or 71% of the month.

On this month of december, day length in Christchurch is generally 15:24. The sun rises at 05:43 and sunset is at 21:07.

With good weather conditions, the month of december is a good month to go in this city in New Zealand.



Seasonal average climate and temperature of Christchurch in december

Check below seasonal norms These statistics are set from the weather statements of the past years of the month of december.

December
Outside temperature
Average temperature 61°F
Highest temperature 68°F
Lowest temperature 56°F
Highest record temperature 88°F
(2015)
Lowest record temperature 40°F
(2014)
Number of days at +86°F 0 day(s)
(0%)
Number of days at +65°F 22 day(s)
(71%)
Sea temperature
Average sea temperature 58°F
Lowest sea temperature 54°F
Highest sea temperature 62°F
Wind
Wind speed 23km/h
Wind temperature 52°F
Precipitation (rainfall)
Rainfall 2.1in
Number of days with rainfall 3 day(s)
(10%)
Record daily rainfall 1.4in
(2011)
Other climate data
Humidity 83%
Visibility 9.35km
Cloud cover 39%
UV index 5
Daily sunshine hours 15
Sunrise and sunset
Time of sunrise 05:43
Time of sunset 21:07
Length of day 15:24
Our opinion about the weather in december
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How was the weather last december?

Here is the day by day recorded weather in Christchurch in december 2023:

01-12-2023
Patchy rain nearby
49°F to 59°F
02-12-2023
Patchy rain nearby
52°F to 65°F
03-12-2023
Clear/Sunny
61°F to 76°F
04-12-2023
Light drizzle
49°F to 52°F
05-12-2023
Patchy rain nearby
50°F to 58°F
06-12-2023
Clear/Sunny
52°F to 65°F
07-12-2023
Cloudy
52°F to 63°F
08-12-2023
Clear/Sunny
52°F to 63°F
09-12-2023
Clear/Sunny
50°F to 76°F
10-12-2023
Patchy rain nearby
50°F to 61°F
11-12-2023
Clear/Sunny
47°F to 65°F
12-12-2023
Patchy rain nearby
50°F to 56°F
13-12-2023
Patchy rain nearby
45°F to 61°F
14-12-2023
Clear/Sunny
49°F to 65°F
15-12-2023
Partly Cloudy
52°F to 77°F
16-12-2023
Partly Cloudy
56°F to 68°F
17-12-2023
Partly Cloudy
67°F to 81°F
18-12-2023
Partly Cloudy
54°F to 65°F
19-12-2023
Clear/Sunny
56°F to 65°F
20-12-2023
Clear/Sunny
54°F to 81°F
21-12-2023
Partly Cloudy
63°F to 72°F
22-12-2023
Partly Cloudy
56°F to 63°F
23-12-2023
Patchy rain nearby
58°F to 65°F
24-12-2023
Partly Cloudy
59°F to 76°F
25-12-2023
Partly Cloudy
72°F to 76°F
26-12-2023
Patchy rain nearby
58°F to 65°F
27-12-2023
Patchy rain nearby
54°F to 61°F
28-12-2023
Partly Cloudy
58°F to 65°F
29-12-2023
Clear/Sunny
58°F to 81°F
30-12-2023
Clear/Sunny
70°F to 79°F
31-12-2023
Clear/Sunny
63°F to 77°F

Map: other cities in New Zealand in december

Cities near Christchurch:

Akaroa in decembergood weather
Ashburton in decembergood weather
Timaru in decembertolerable weather
Kaikoura in decembergood weather
McKenzie Beach in decembertolerable weather
Hokitika in decembertolerable weather
Greymouth in decembergood weather
Nelson Lakes in decembertolerable weather
Lake Tekapo in decembertolerable weather
Franz Josef / Waiau in decembertolerable weather
Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park in decembertolerable weather
Westport in decembertolerable weather
New Zealand in december: See full list of cities

Click over cities on the map for information about the weather in december.

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Weather data for Christchurch in december:

Weather data for Christchurch for december are derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Christchurch. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Christchurch can vary slightly from year to year, but this data should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags or check for the best time in year to go to Christchurch.


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