Weather in Milford Sound in december 2024

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

Average weather throughout december

tolerable weather 0.2cm

Weather at 6am
47°F

Clear/Sunny

27%

Fog

13%

Moderate rain at times

13%

Weather at 12pm
63°F

Partly Cloudy

25%

Moderate rain at times

21%

Heavy rain

10%

Weather at 6pm
59°F

Moderate rain at times

28%

Partly Cloudy

27%

Heavy rain

10%

Weather at 3am
43°F

Fog

30%

Partly Cloudy

23%

Clear/Sunny

18%

Moderate rain at times

16%



Evolution of daily average temperature and precipitation in Milford Sound in december

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


The climate of Milford Sound in december is tolerable

The weather in december in Milford Sound is wet (with 5.6in of rainfall over 8 days). The weather's not getting better compared to the previous month since in november there is an average of 5.4in of precipitation over 8 days.

The climate is rather cold in that area december, but it is bearable when dressing hot. Temperatures are up to 65°F. The minimum is 47°F. Thus, the mean temperature average on this month of december in Milford Sound is 56°F. Note that seasonal normals in contrast with those observed in Milford Sound in december with a maximum record of 81°F in 2015 and a minimum record of 29°F in 2009. You can expect to have about 15 days with temperatures up to 65°F, or 48% of the month.

In december in Milford Sound, the days on average last 15:33. The sun rises at 05:57 and sets at 21:30.

With proper weather, december is okay (but not the best) to go in Milford Sound in New Zealand.



December: another location in New Zealand?

If you want to go to New Zealand in december, there are destinations with better weather than Milford Sound:

In december, Porangahau and Hastings have perfect weather.

Furthermore, Auckland, Christchurch, Rotorua, Wellington, Tauranga and Abel Tasman National Park have good weather.

more information about New Zealand's weather in december



Seasonal average climate and temperature of Milford Sound in december

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

December
Outside temperature
Average temperature 56°F
Highest temperature 65°F
Lowest temperature 47°F
Highest record temperature 81°F
(2015)
Lowest record temperature 29°F
(2009)
Number of days at +65°F 15 day(s)
(48%)
Number of days at -32°F 0 day(s)
(0%)
Wind
Wind speed 14km/h
Wind temperature 45°F
Precipitation (rainfall)
Rainfall 5.6in
Number of days with rainfall 8 day(s)
(25%)
Record daily rainfall 2.9in
(2019)
Snowfall 0.2cm
Other climate data
Humidity 89%
Visibility 8.47km
Cloud cover 43%
UV index 4
Daily sunshine hours 15
Sunrise and sunset
Time of sunrise 05:57
Time of sunset 21:30
Length of day 15:33
Our opinion about the weather in december
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net tolerable


How was the weather last december?

Here is the day by day recorded weather in Milford Sound in december 2023:

01-12-2023
Clear/Sunny
40°F to 65°F
02-12-2023
Patchy rain nearby
49°F to 54°F
03-12-2023
Patchy rain nearby
54°F to 65°F
04-12-2023
Clear/Sunny
40°F to 67°F
05-12-2023
Clear/Sunny
43°F to 72°F
06-12-2023
Partly Cloudy
47°F to 63°F
07-12-2023
Clear/Sunny
45°F to 65°F
08-12-2023
Overcast
41°F to 63°F
09-12-2023
Clear/Sunny
45°F to 61°F
10-12-2023
Clear/Sunny
49°F to 65°F
11-12-2023
Clear/Sunny
38°F to 61°F
12-12-2023
Patchy rain nearby
41°F to 56°F
13-12-2023
Clear/Sunny
45°F to 72°F
14-12-2023
Clear/Sunny
49°F to 77°F
15-12-2023
Patchy rain nearby
52°F to 67°F
16-12-2023
Partly Cloudy
50°F to 72°F
17-12-2023
Patchy light drizzle
56°F to 67°F
18-12-2023
Clear/Sunny
49°F to 72°F
19-12-2023
Overcast
43°F to 74°F
20-12-2023
Patchy rain nearby
50°F to 72°F
21-12-2023
Patchy rain nearby
58°F to 74°F
22-12-2023
Patchy rain nearby
54°F to 74°F
23-12-2023
Patchy rain nearby
54°F to 72°F
24-12-2023
Light drizzle
58°F to 63°F
25-12-2023
Patchy rain nearby
58°F to 74°F
26-12-2023
Patchy rain nearby
52°F to 65°F
27-12-2023
Clear/Sunny
50°F to 74°F
28-12-2023
Clear/Sunny
54°F to 76°F
29-12-2023
Light rain
52°F to 61°F
30-12-2023
Clear/Sunny
54°F to 65°F
31-12-2023
Patchy rain nearby
45°F to 58°F

Map: other cities in New Zealand in december

Cities near Milford Sound:

Rob Roy Glacier in decembervery bad weather
Queenstown in decembertolerable weather
Te Anau in decembertolerable weather
Roys Peak in decembervery bad weather
Wanaka in decembervery bad weather
Haast in decembertolerable weather
Saint Bathans in decembervery bad weather
Lake Ohau in decembervery bad weather
Gore in decembergood weather
Invercargill in decembergood weather
Aoraki/Mount Cook National Park in decembertolerable weather
Lake Tekapo 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 Milford Sound in december:

Weather data for Milford Sound for december are derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Milford Sound. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Milford Sound 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 Milford Sound.


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